DUL HASTI DAM
Cher Jee, Kishtwar, Jammu and Kashmir, India
Dul Hasti is a 390 MW hydroelectric power plant in Kishtwar district of Jammu and Kashmir, India built by NHPC. The power plant is a run of the river type on Chandra River, a tributary of Chenab River, in the Kishtwar region, a rugged, mountainous section of the Himalayas and several hundred kilometers from larger cities. It consists of a 70 meters (230 feet) tall gravity dam which diverts water through a 9.5 KM (5.9 mi) long headrace tunnel to the power station which discharges back into the Chenab. The project provides peaking power to the Northern Grid with beneficiary states being Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Rajasthan, Delhi and Union Territory of Chandigarh. It was constructed between 1985 and 2007.
Suggested time duration
4 Hours
Crowded Period
Weekend
Best Season To Visit
March to July
Do's & Dont's
- Do not enter restricted zone, which is meant for your safety.
- Do not consume liquor.
Architecture
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Timings
| Day | Start Time | End Time | Adult Entry Fee | Child Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Days | 09:00 AM | 07:00 PM | Free | Free |
Transport Connections
| Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
 Kishtwar Bus Stand |
20 KM | 18004194287 |
 Anantnag Railway Station |
172 KM | 919622825788 |
 Chandigarh International Airport |
538 KM | 911722242004 |
What to Carry
- Water Bottles and Snacks
Suitable For
Adults
Elderly
Children
Parking
Parking is Available for 10 Cars
Nearest Town
| Town Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Kishtwar | 20 KM |
Nearest Temples
MARTAND SUN TEMPLE
The foundation of the temple is said to have been around since 370-500 C.E.
AVANTIPUR TEMPLE
The temples were built by king Avantivarman in 9th century A.D. on the banks of river Jhelum
MAMALESHWAR TEMPLE
Lord Ganesh stood as a doorkeeper for her mother,didn’t allow Lord Shiva to enter its premises
PANDRETHAN TEMPLE
One of the Ancient temple in Kashmiri Architecture
SHANKARACHARYA TEMPLE
Situated on a picturesque location on the Gopadari Hills
Nearest Attractions
TrekkingTARSAR MARSAR TREK
Tarsar Marsar Trek is a stunning trek with three alpine lakes
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