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An appropriate training of the implementing agency on ADB’s safeguard policies can ensure compliance and accurate budgeting of cost of safeguards implementation. This should factor in the implementing agency’s capacity and structure in preparing and updating safeguards assessments and plans as well as in monitoring and implementation.

Project Number: 44426-016
Project Name: Green Energy Corridor and Grid Strengthening Project
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Closer coordination, capacity building, and handholding can improve project implementation when the executing agency has limited experience on implementing ADB-assisted projects. A review mechanism for assessing the efficacy of the trainings needs to be designed. The executing agency should be well versed in the ADB's safeguard policies to ensure compliance and accurate budgeting of the cost of safeguards. Any delays in the mobilization of experts to complement the staff of the executing agency should be expeditiously addressed.

Project Number: 47101-002
Project Name: Assam Power Sector Investment Program (Tranche 1)
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Allowances for possible cost increases in civil works can mitigate the effects of unforeseen geological conditions.

Project Number: 41627-023, 41627-033
Project Name: Himachal Pradesh Clean Energy Development Investment Program (Tranches 1 and 2)
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A detailed market assessment is necessary to come up with reliable cost estimates. The actual costs deviated significantly from the original estimates, aggregating to only $29.35 million or 49% of the $60 million total estimated cost. This was mainly because of the nearly 30% drop in the actual cost of equipment realized through the international competitive bidding process, the reduction in the number of distribution transformers installed, and the reduction in the scope of underground cable installation actually undertaken.

Project Number: 47101-003
Project Name: Assam Power Sector Investment Program - Tranche 2
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Significant implementation delays under both tranches underscore three important points: (i) weather conditions stop works during winter months and even interrupt work during other months, (ii) proper planning is essential so that issues such as inadequate access infrastructure can be taken care of sufficiently in advance, and (iii) extensive geological surveys and testing are crucial in the Himalayan region prior to the detailed project report stage.

Project Number: 41627-023, 41627-033
Project Name: Himachal Pradesh Clean Energy Development Investment Program (Tranches 1 and 2)
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While the timely and effective utilization of project savings can improve outcomes, it would be best to ensure reliable cost estimates at appraisal to avoid complications and mitigate implementation risks. Cost savings during implementation prompted two requests from POWERGRID, the borrower and executing agency of this project, to use available loan funds through minor scope changes. This enhanced project results and final outcome, particularly as ADB and POWERGRID were able to swiftly meet the requirements and provide timely support for the implementation of the scope changes.

Project Number: 44426-014
Project Name: National Grid Improvement Project
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