Provide a brief overview of the Tehri hydropower project. [Answer Limit: 125 words] [UKPSC 2016]
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The Tehri Hydropower Project is a multi-purpose project located on the Bhagirathi River in Uttarakhand, India. The Tehri Dam, at 260.5 meters high, is the tallest dam in India, providing a reservoir for irrigation, municipal water supply and hydroelectric power generation. The project has a total installed capacity of 2,400 MW, including:
The project, which started in 1978 and finished in 2006, aimed to meet water needs in droughts, produce electricity, and control flooding.