First Hydropower House in North India

Bhuri Singh Power House in Chamba is the first hydropower station in North India and the second hydropower project in the entire country. In 1902, India’s first hydropower plant was built at Shivanasamudra in Karnataka. After this, in 1908, a 35-kilowatt power house was constructed by the ruler of Chamba, Raja Bhuri Singh.

Located in the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, the Bhuri Singh Power House is one of the region’s earliest and most significant hydroelectric projects. Named after Raja Bhuri Singh, it stands as a symbol of progress, innovation, and the wise use of natural resources.

The project was started during the time when Chamba was modernizing its infrastructure under his leadership. The power house is situated at Bihod, near the old Baloo Bridge in Chamba town, surrounded by mountains and the flowing Saal River.

Bhuri Singh Power House played a crucial role in supplying electricity to Chamba. It was built to provide a stable power supply to government offices, homes, and small industries. The setting up of this power house greatly contributed to the economic and social development of the region. Today, it remains a historic landmark and a reminder of Chamba’s early achievements in development and modernization.