Dispute Over British-Era Shanan Hydropower Project: SC to Hear HP’s Plea Against Maintainability of Punjab’s Suit on Nov 8

The Himachal Pradesh government is challenging the Punjab government’s lawsuit regarding control of the Shanan Hydropower Project, which arose after a 99-year lease expired. The Supreme Court will address the maintainability of this suit on November 8, with Himachal Pradesh arguing that Punjab lacks valid cause of action.

Shanan Hydropower Project Dispute: Punjab Filed a Petition as Himachal Pradesh Seeks Control of Project

Today, Punjab has filed a case in the Supreme Court against the Himachal Pradesh government over the Shanan Hydropower Project, seeking to protect its operational control and ownership. The 99-year lease is nearing its end, raising concerns about Himachal Pradesh taking over the project. Punjab emphasizes historical ownership and requests legal intervention to safeguard its interests.