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Druk Green Power Corporation Limited (DGPC) and B.Grimm Power Public Company Limited (B.Grimm) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on June 19, 2025, in Thimphu, marking a strategic partnership in the development of a renewable energy project in Bhutan. The MoU was signed by Dasho Chhewang Rinzin, Managing Director of DGPC, and Dr. Harald Link,…

Druk Green Power Corporation Limited (DGPC) and PTC India Limited (PTC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on May 23, 2025 in Thimphu, marking a significant step toward the joint development of hydropower projects in Bhutan. The MoU, signed by Dasho Chhewang Rinzin, Managing Director of DGPC, and Mr. Harish Saran, Director of Marketing &…

With plans to kickstart implementation activities of the 1,125 MW Dorjilung hydropower project, beginning with the start of the construction of access roads and bridges by mid-2025, DGPC conducted public consultation meetings at Autsho, Lhuntse on May 19, 2025 and at Gyalpoizhing, Mongar on May 20, 2025. While the project structures such as the dam,…

The Prime Minister of Bhutan Lyonchen Tshering Tobgay inaugurated the 18 MW Suchhu hydroelectric project on 15 May 2025. The public and local leaders of Sombaykha and Gakiling Gewogs, and senior officers from the Haa Dzongkhag administration, Ministry of Energy & Natural Resources, Druk Holding & Investments, Druk Green Power Corporation (DGPC) and its subsidiaries…

Media Release: Bhutan Signs MoU with Adani for 5,000 MW Hydropower Development Strategic partnership to unlock Bhutan’s hydropower potential and boost regional energy security 5,000 MW of clean energy capacity planned through joint development of hydropower and pumped storage projects MoU reinforces India-Bhutan energy cooperation and supports Bhutan’s 2040 Renewable Energy Roadmap Thimphu, 8 May…

Druk Green Power Corporation Limited (DGPC) marked a key milestone in its clean energy transition with the signing of a Contract Agreement on April 17, 2025, with a Joint Venture of Telecommunications Consultants India Limited, Smart Roof Solar Solution Pvt. Ltd., and Enerture Technologies Pvt. Ltd. The signing ceremony was held at the DGPC Corporate…

DGPC through its Office of the Company Secretary and General Counsel in collaboration with the Human Resource Division, successfully conducted a four-day training on FIDIC Contracts and Contract Management from April 14–17 at Jambayang Resort, Thimphu. The training was attended by 28 participants from DGPC corporate office, power plants and subsidiary companies. The resource person for…

A public consultation meeting for the Tsephu Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Project, formerly known as the Sheytemi Solar Project, was conducted on April 11, 2025, at Chaling Primary School, Trashigang. The proposed solar farm, covering approximately 340 acres of land, is located below the Sheytemi Rhododendron Week venue and spans across three gewogs - Shongphu, Merak,…

A Khadar ceremony was held today at the DGPC Corporate Office to honor the appointment of new Chief Executive Officers of three of its vital subsidiaries. The ceremony marked the formal introduction of Mr. Karma Gyelsten as the new CEO of Dagachhu Hydropower Corporation Limited, Mr. Lhaba as CEO of Nikachhu Hydropower Plant, and Mr. Deepen…

The 18 MW Suchhu Hydropower Project has achieved significant progress in its commissioning process, with successful electrical testing of both generating units. Electrical testing of Unit-1 was completed on March 16, 2025, involving standard short-circuit and open-circuit tests. The tests were conducted following standard commissioning procedures, leading to the successful synchronization of Unit-1 with the…

As part of the EM Package EM-06, Bhutan Automation & Engineering Ltd. has successfully completed the installation of critical systems, including the Computerized Control System, Protection System, and related equipment, ensuring seamless automation and protection for the project at PHPA II. The company has now commissioned three generating units, Feeders 5 & 6, a shunt…

Meet Ms. Dema Lhamo, a dedicated Mechanic at CHP who has been powering Bhutan’s energy sector for 14 years. As one of the few skilled in operating the lathe machine, she plays a crucial role in keeping the power plant running smoothly. In a male-dominated field, Ms. Dema faced challenges head-on, turning obstacles into stepping…