Uttaranchal Power Sector Investment Program - Tranche 1

Adequate due diligence at appraisal can ensure appropriate project design and a realistic project implementation plan and timeframe duly considering the borrower's and executing agency's capacity across institutional, financial, and operational aspects. Identifying and implementing risk mitigation measures and providing adequate early-stage support are crucial in minimizing initial delays and addressing emerging project needs. Risks associated with natural disasters can be an integral component of risk assessment at project design. For example, the Sobla-1 SHP, originally included in tranche 1, was swept twice due to its flood-susceptible site and eventually was dropped from the scope