<h1>Jammu and Kashmir to Unveil New Hydropower Policy, Aiming for 20,000 MW Capacity and Boosting Private Investment.</h1> The Jammu and Kashmir government plans to introduce a new hydropower policy to harness its full potential of 20,000 MW and attract private investment, as announced by the Chief Minister. The government is reforming metering, billing, and collection to strengthen the power sector, with a proposed budget increase for 2025-26. The aim is to make J&K an energy hub, ensuring reliable electricity for all households by 2027-28. Several projects will add significant capacity, and efforts are underway to reduce power sector losses and debt. The government also focuses on solar installations and improving infrastructure under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme.