India Funds Hybrid Power Projects on Sri Lankan Islands

Indian High Commissioner Santosh Jha disbursed the first payment for hybrid power projects on three Sri Lankan islands, funded with an Indian grant of USD 11 million. These projects aim to establish a hybrid renewable energy system on the islands of Delft, Nainativu, and Analaitivu to meet their energy needs.

Indian High Commissioner Santosh Jha has handed over the first installment of funding for hybrid power projects on three Sri Lankan islands, aimed at creating a hybrid renewable energy system. The initiative is backed by Indian grant assistance worth USD 11 million.

The islands of Delft, Nainativu, and Analaitivu, located off northern Jaffna, will benefit from these projects. The energy systems are designed to address the energy requirements of the islands, which are currently not connected to the national grid.

The Memorandum of Understanding was signed in 2022 after replacing a Chinese venture. The project is expected to be completed by early 2025, with work already underway at the three sites.

(With inputs from agencies.)