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Which is the Oldest Hydro Electric Project in Himachal Pradesh?1. Banner (Kangra)2. Shanan (Joginder Nagar)3. Bhakhra (Bilaspur)4. Thirot (Lahaul)

Answer» Correct Answer - Option 2 : Shanan (Joginder Nagar)

The correct answer is Shanan (Joginder Nagar).

  • Shanan Project is the project Oldest Hydro Electric Project in Himachal Pradesh.
  • It is surrounded by the Himalayan ranges.
  • It is situated in Himachal Pradesh at an approximate longitude of 76º51′ East and a latitude of  32º2′ North.
  • It takes advantage of two small rivulets at an altitude of about 6000 ft.
  • Shanan Project came into being based on an agreement made on 3rd March 1925 between Secretary of State for India in Council of the one part and Lieutenant Raja Joginder Sen Bahadur, Raja of Mandi of the part.


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