A devastating flood in Sikkim last October destroyed the Teesta III hydro-electric project, leading to significant political and economic fallout. The project, initially seen as a transformative venture for Sikkim's economy, has become a symbol of alleged corruption and mismanagement. As the state prepares for national and legislative elections, the Teesta III project is a focal point of political campaigns. The Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM) government has agreed to sell its majority stake in the project to Greenko Group, pending regulatory approval. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has promised a central investigation into the project's history if elected. The controversy highlights broader issues in Sikkim's hydropower sector, including cost overruns, delays, and alleged corruption, impacting the state's financial health and infrastructure development.

The article discusses the aftermath of a disaster in Sikkim, India, and the decades of planning and violations that led to it. It highlights the Sikkim government's hydropower policy and the memorandum of understanding with Teesta Urja Limited, which set a precedent for agreements with other independent power producers. The article reveals various violations, including unauthorized share dilutions and the government's failure to receive its share of equity. It also details the influx of foreign direct investment from tax havens into private companies in Sikkim's power sector. The article names several companies and investors involved in these transactions, including Athena Projects Private Limited, Asian GencoPvt Ltd, and Morgan Stanley Infrastructure Partners. It also mentions the involvement of politicians and bureaucrats in these irregularities and the lack of action despite the Comptroller and Auditor General's reports highlighting illegalities. The article concludes by reflecting on the disaster's impact and the state's missed opportunities for revenue and power generation due to corruption.

The Teesta Stage III hydropower project in North Sikkim suffered a catastrophic failure due to a glacial lake outburst flood (GLOF), resulting in significant damage and loss of life. The dam's spillway was not designed to handle such an event, and despite warnings, the spillway gates were not opened in time. The Sikkim government has formed a committee to investigate the breach and the vigilance police are looking into potential criminal aspects of the project. The National Green Tribunal has issued notices to the Sikkim government and the companies involved. There have been numerous legal challenges to the project over the years, citing environmental and safety concerns. The incident has sparked a debate on the safety of dams in the region, with local opposition to further dam construction. The reporter has reached out to various authorities for comments on the incident and the allegations of irregularities and corruption.

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