Koyna Hydroelectric Project

The Koyna Hydroelectric Project is a facility with four dams along the Koyna River in Satara district and uses underground powerhouses to generate electricity. The installation spans multiple stages with water tunnels that channel flow toward the turbines.

Construction of this facility started in the 1950s as a two-stage project but was later expanded to meet growing regional electricity demand. Over the decades, the site was divided into multiple phases to increase its output.

The name reflects the Koyna River, which has shaped the region's economy for decades through its role in generating power. Local communities have grown alongside this energy source and its impact on their lives.

Visitors can find viewing points at the dams where water levels and surrounding landscapes are visible from above. The best time to visit is after the monsoon season, when water levels are higher and visibility improves.

The complex borders a wildlife sanctuary where endangered plants and animals from the Western Ghats have found refuge. This coexistence of industry and nature protection makes the location particularly notable.

Website: http://koynaproject.org

GPS coordinates: 17.40167,73.75222

Latest update: December 6, 2025 15:00