The
MHPU installed in Hinju runs primarily from the month of end of
April to end of October when the water flow is sufficient. The
electricity generated from the MHPU was used for various
purposes like running the flour mill and also in festivals and
amusement activities at night. It has helped in improving the
life and well-being of the Village, allowing them to celebrate
festivals like New Year and Buddha Purnima (Lord Buddha’s
Birthday) with greater enthusiasm. Moreover, it also made the
stay for tourists more convenient and easy. The tariff was set
at Rs.50/- per household using about three bulbs. Money was
collected as tariff is used for paying (the Rs.600/- monthly)
salary of the operator and the operating and maintenance charges
for the MHPU. The lights are on till 11.30 pm. The Village has
also applied for computers for the school to educate their
children on computer operation knowledge under Sadbhavana, an
Indian Army initiative. As Angchuk, a teacher in the Village
says ‘There are a lot of advantages with the setup of MHPU. They
are looking forward to running a computer education program with
its help.’ |