CURRENT AFFAIRS

2018

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following company is to lend Rs.5, 000-crore loan for the 1, 000 MW pumped storage project in West Bengal?
A
Japan International Cooperation Agency
B
MS & AD Insurance Group Holdings
C
Calsonic Kansei Corporation
D
Electric Power Development Company
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -KOLKATA: West Bengals’ power distribution company has roped in Japan International Cooperation Agency for a Rs 5, 000 crore loan that would part finance its proposed 1000 mw Turga pumped storage project.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Turga pumped storage project (TPSP) is a 1, 000MW pumped storage hydroelectric project proposed to be developed in the Purulia district of West Bengal, India. West Bengal State Electricity Distribution Company (WBSEDCL) is the implementing agency of the project.

Detailed explanation-3: -The Turga Pumped Storage Project on Turga nala is a closed loop type Pumped Storage Project located in Purulia district of West Bengal.

Detailed explanation-4: -Purulia Pumped Storage Project (PPSP)(225MW x 4 =900MW), Bagmundi, Purulia.

Detailed explanation-5: -The Purulia Pumped Storage Project is a pumped storage hydroelectric power plant, located at Purulia district of West Bengal, India.

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