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Chhattisgarh State Road Sector Project Chhattisgarh Public Works Department (CGPWD) in 2002-2003, prepared a 10-Year Master Plan for Road Sector Development (MPRSD) for the years 2003 to 2012. MPRSD is based on social and economic development needs, development priorities for the road sector, and alternative investment strategies to support social and economic development priorities. It aims to (i) promote development of six main road corridors, (ii) remove capacity bottlenecks from the network to better connect rural areas, and (iii) support socio-economic development by improving road access and connectivity among growth centers. Based on MPRSD, Government of Chhattisgarh prepared and approved a priority investment program to improve about 5,000km of state roads at an estimated cost of about Rs105 billion ($2 billion). In order to support this plan, Asian Development Bank (ADB) provided a loan of $180 million from its ordinary capital resources in 2003, which supported improvement of about 1,249km of state roads in Chhattisgarh as well as state roads sector reforms and the project was completed in July 2011. Considering the substantial improvement of implementing capacity of CGPWD and in order to continuously support the road sector development in Chhattisgarh, the second loan of state roads project was proposed and included in the India country operations business plan (COBP) 2012-2014 for $300 million allocation from the ordinary capital resources.
Mumbai Metro Rail Systems Project The project will support the implementation of the Mumbai Metro Rail System through the (i) design, manufacture, testing, and maintenance of 378 energy-efficient rolling stock carriages; (ii) procurement, installation, and testing of an advanced signaling, train control, and platform access system for 58 kilometers (km) of metro lines; and (iii) establishment of a Mumbai metro operations organization. The project will contribute to the development of a modern and safe rail-based urban transit system in Mumbai city, which will reduce pollution and traffic congestion, increase public transport ridership, and improve the overall quality of the city's transport system.
Assam Power Sector Investment Program - Tranche 1 ADB and the Government of India are working together to help India's northeastern Assam state continue its drive to eliminate power sector inefficiencies that are hurting its consumers, its world-famous tea industry, and its environment. The Assam Power Sector Investment Program is upgrading power generation and distribution systems, including the construction of a 120-megawatt hydropower plant. It is also financing new energy efficient power generation equipment at existing plants; new distribution lines and substations; and financial management training and other support for staff of state power companies, Assam Power Generation Corporation and Assam Power Distribution Company. The project is bolstering the finances of the state power companies by helping them decrease their purchases of expensive electricity from independent power producers. In addition, the program is supporting the construction of the Lower Kopili run-of-the-river hydropower plant in central Assam that will help the state avoid over 530,000 tons per annum of carbon dioxide emissions that would otherwise be produced by fossil fuel-driven generation. By cutting power outages in the state, the program is benefiting over 2.7 million consumers. It is also promoting economic growth and creating employment opportunities by helping to supply reliable power to the state. This is helping Assam attract investment and more fully tap its economic potential while reducing poverty.
Sustainable Urban Development and Service Delivery Program (Subprogram 2) The proposed policy-based loan (PBL) to India for subprogram 2 of the Sustainable Urban Development and Service Delivery Program of $400 million supported the establishment of essential policies and guidelines at the national level. Subprogram 2 prepared and commenced the specific reform actions and program proposals at state and urban local body (ULB) levels to establish and operationalize: (i) national and subnational policies, guidelines, and programs for accelerated achievement of universal water supply and improved sanitation service delivery with associated urban reforms; (ii) policies and programs for providing rental housing to urban migrant and industrial workers, working women, and the poor; and (iii) policies and guidelines for performance-based central fiscal transfers.
Multitranche Financing Facility (MFF) - Rajasthan Urban Sector Development Investment Program (Tranche 1) To increase economic growth, reduce poverty and sustain improvement in the urban environment and quality of life in the Jaisalmer, Alwar and Jhalawar/Jhalarapatan. The expected outcome of the Tranche 1 will be increased access to sustainable urban infrastructure and services for people in the Project ULBs, and improved capacities of, and sustainable management of urban services by the Project ULBs.
Maharashtra Rural Connectivity Improvement Project The project aims to upgrade rural roads in 34 districts of the State of Maharashtra to all-weather standards. The roads will improve connectivity between habitations, productive agricultural lands, and economic growth centers across the state. This will enhance employment opportunities and help reduce poverty, especially in rural areas where about 55% of the state's population lives. The project will enhance agricultural productivity, add value to agricultural produce and will contribute to increasing the average growth rate of agriculture and allied activities to more than 5% per year by 2030 - target of the state's long-term strategic development plan, Vision 2030.
Multitranche Financing Facility (MFF) - Assam Power Sector Enhancement Investment Program - Tranche 2 The Transmission and Distribution Sector Investment Program (the Investment Program) includes the following components and costs: (i) access to power (transmission) and energy efficiency enhancement (transmission loss reduction), $561.6 million (73.5%); (ii) access to power (distribution) and energy efficiency enhancement (distribution loss reduction) and distribution franchising, $150 million (19.6%); (iii) distributed decentralized generation, $50 million (6.5%). The Investment Program includes $3.4 million for a capacity development program to meet the increasing management capacity requirements including technical assistance (TA). The physical investments will address current unserved energy demand and provide additional capacity to meet forecast demand growth.

The MFF is expected to be utilized in three tranches. Tranche 1 will finance a set of projects for (i) transmission of power for capacity addition in transmission lines of 220 kilovolts (kV) (180 kilometers [km]) and 132 kV (82 km), and capacity addition of transformation through construction of 1 new 220/132 kV substation and 5 new 132/33 kV substations; and (ii) extension and augmentation of 2 existing substations. The tranche will include capacity development.  

Tranche 2 is expected to finance a set of projects for 
(i) transmission of power for capacity addition in transmission lines of 220 kV (185 km) and 132 kV (160 km), and capacity addition of transformation through construction of 2 new 220/132 kV substations and 6 new 132/33 kV substations; and (ii) extension and augmentation of 11 substations. 

Tranche 3 is expected to finance a set of projects for (i) access to power in distribution, (ii) energy efficiency enhancement: distribution loss reduction, and (iii) distribution franchising. This component includes construction of new distribution substations and lines to enable the rollout of relevant franchising models.
IND: EREN EDF Solar Power (EDEN Solar Rajdhani Private Limited) The Project involves the development of 200MW solar photovoltaic power projects by ACME Solar Energy Private Limited during 2014-2016. ACME Solar Energy Private Limited is owned by the ACME group, EDF Energies Nouvelles and EREN S.A. Five projects for a total 100MW (20MW x 5) have so far been identified for 5 SPVs, namely ACME Gurgaon Power Private Limited, ACME Mumbai Power Private Limited, ACME Rajdhani Power Private Limited, Medha Energy Private Limited, and Ranji Solar Energy Private Limited, for which ADB is lending $50 million. In 2016, ACME Solar Energy Private Limited sold its ownership interest to the other two shareholders. As a result, the projects are now jointly owned by EDF Energies Nouvelles S.A. and EREN Renewable Energy S.A. SPV names were changed to EDEN Solar Energy Gurgaon Private Limited, EDEN Mumbai Solar Private Limited, EDEN Solar Rajdhani Private Limited, Medha Energy Private Limited (no change), and EDEN Renewable Ranji Private Limited, respectively.
Industrial Corridor Development Program (Subprogram 1) The proposed program will expand and enhance the competitiveness of manufacturing in India by supporting the development of industrial corridors. The program is consistent with the country partnership strategy for India, 2018 2022; accelerating inclusive economic transformation.  Addressing pillar 1 of the country partnership strategy on boosting economic competitiveness and creating jobs, the program will expand multi-modal transport networks along economic corridors, enhance institutions for corridor management, and address skills gaps to support industrialization.
Power Sector Reform Program (Subprogram 1) The proposed programmatic approach Policy-Based Loan (PBL) will support the urgently required electricity sector reforms to restore the financial viability in electricity distribution in an inclusive manner, improve quality of service and private sector participation and contribute to climate change mitigation by facilitating renewable energy integration.
Bihar Urban Development Investment Program - Tranche 1 The proposed Project 1 will include:
(i) Bhagalpur water supply subproject;
(ii) Hydro-geological assessment of the ground water in Gaya and Darbhanga;
(iii) Consulting services for investment program management;
(iv) Consulting services for construction supervision and subproject design;
(v) Project management and implementation units operations; and
(vi) Capacity building and reform activities outside SPUR in Bhagalpur.
Supporting Access to Finance for Women in Less-Developed States Project ADB will provide a senior loan of up to $200 million for up to 7 years to IndusInd Bank (Bank) in India to help it grow its inclusive finance portfolio using the business correspondent (BC) model, with the objective of driving financial inclusion by providing credit to significantly underserved market segments, including women.
Multitranche Financing Facility (MFF) - Madhya Pradesh Power Sector Investment Program (Tranche 1) The transmission component of MP's investment program from 2007 to 2012 is predicated on building sufficient capacity for evacuation of power from existing and planned power stations and substation, and delivering power reliability and efficiency to consumers. ADB will finance key components of the transmission investment program from 2007 though to 2012. The construction of new transmission lines will remove constraints to power flow and will provide additional operational flexibility to TRANSCO in its role as independent system operator in MP. Supply reliability will be further improved and furthermore, it will promote open access and development of intra-state and inter-state power trading by probiding sufficient excess substation and line capacity to handle unplanned power transfers.
Railway Sector Investment Program - Tranche 2 ADB and the Government of India are working together to make the country's train system safer, more efficient and able to handle greater amounts of passengers and freight. The Railway Sector Investment Program is building second tracks alongside 840 kilometers of existing rail systems, essentially doubling the capacity of high-density routes. Another 640 kilometers of track will have electrification systems added. This is increasing the capacity of India's rail system. It is also increasing efficiency by installing modern signaling systems, and working to reform the accounting system. The result of the work is that India's trains are using less fuel, creating less pollution, keeping closer to schedules and costing customers less.
Gujarat Solar Power Project The proposed loan will enable the borrower to construct a 200-megawatt solar photovoltaic based power plant located in the state of Gujarat in India.
DBL Highway Project The proposed loan will enable the borrower to augment the capacity of the 50.8-kilometer Anandapuram -Pendurthi -Anakapalli section of National Highway 5 (now National Highway 16) in Andhra Pradesh, India by converting it from a two-lane into a six-lane road.
Tripura Urban and Tourism Development Project The project will improve the municipal infrastructure and public services for 12 out of 20 urban local bodies (ULBs) along the main national highways in Tripura. In addition, the project will strengthen the capacities of those ULBs for integrated planning, including climate and disaster resilience, project management, operation and maintenance (O&M) of water supply and road, service delivery, and financial sustainability through improved resource mobilization and creditworthiness. The project also aims to upgrade key tourism sites that are accessible from selected project towns and build the capacity of the state tourism agency, the Tripura Tourism Development Corporation Limited (TTDCL), with a 10-year business plan and marketing strategy. This is the first urban project in India that has been prepared with project readiness financing.
IND: EREN EDF Solar Power (EDEN Renewable Ranji Private Limited) The Project involves the development of 200MW solar photovoltaic power projects by ACME Solar Energy Private Limited during 2014-2016. ACME Solar Energy Private Limited is owned by the ACME group, EDF Energies Nouvelles and EREN S.A. Five projects for a total 100MW (20MW x 5) have so far been identified for 5 SPVs, namely ACME Gurgaon Power Private Limited, ACME Mumbai Power Private Limited, ACME Rajdhani Power Private Limited, Medha Energy Private Limited, and Ranji Solar Energy Private Limited, for which ADB is lending $50 million. In 2016, ACME Solar Energy Private Limited sold its ownership interest to the other two shareholders. As a result, the projects are now jointly owned by EDF Energies Nouvelles S.A. and EREN Renewable Energy S.A. SPV names were changed to EDEN Solar Energy Gurgaon Private Limited, EDEN Mumbai Solar Private Limited, EDEN Solar Rajdhani Private Limited, Medha Energy Private Limited (no change), and EDEN Renewable Ranji Private Limited, respectively.
Multitranche Financing Facility (MFF) - Uttaranchal Power Sector Investment Program (Subproject 1) The overall objective of the Investment Program is to: (a) raise output and efficiency of the Uttaranchal power sector; and (b) ensure fully inclusive power services for all type of consumers in Uttaranchal: residential, industrial, commercial, and public administrations.
Karnataka Integrated and Sustainable Water Resources Management Investment Program - Project 1 ADB and the Government of India are working together to bring improved water and irrigation services to farmers in Karnataka state. The Karnataka Integrated and Sustainable Water Resources Management Investment Program is helping people in the state manage the water in river basins so that it can be shared equally among the various users minimizing impacts to the environment. This is being done under the principles of Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM), which is recognized by many countries around the world as a model for establishing good water practices. The program will help government agencies and beneficiary communities adopt internationally accepted principles for managing the water in river basins. It will have a particular focus on including women in trainee programs and in management positions of community water associations. The objective of the program is to establish a system where water is managed efficiently and shared equally among communities, farmers and industries over the long-term.
Jammu and Kashmir Urban Sector Development Investment Program - Tranche 3 Project 3 under the investment program will mainly cover investments in water supply, drainage, and urban transport, which are essential to meet the overall objectives of the investment program.
Multitranche Financing Facility (MFF) - North Karnataka Urban Sector Investment Program (Subproject 1) Assist the Government of Karnataka (GoK) in rehabilitating the existing and constructing new urban infrastructure facilities in the Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) located in North Karnataka. Also support the ongoing institutional reforms and training for the ULB staff currently being conducted under the Nirmala Nagar Program (NNP) by the GoK.
Rajasthan Urban Sector Development Investment Program - Tranche 2 Urban development for economic growth is a universal strategy of the Government of India as its 10th Five-Year Plan [FYP], 2002-2007, and 11th FYP, 2007-2012, show. The strategy is spearheaded by such urban development schemes as the Jawaharlal Nehru National Urban Renewal Mission and its subcomponent the Urban Infrastructure Development Scheme for Small and Medium Towns. Apart from supporting the Government's priority of planned development of urban centers in the country, the Investment Program is also aligned with the objectives of fostering economic growth and reducing poverty in Rajasthan. The fast growing sectors in Rajasthan are mostly in urban areas, where productivity is 3.5 times higher than in rural areas. 

The emphasis on urban development in Rajasthan, financial reforms and the passage of the 74th Constitutional Amendment Act in 1992, which laid the basis for decentralization in the urban sector, have made some improvements, but large inefficiencies in service delivery, low investment in wider service coverage, and poor maintenance persist.

The Investment Program and its road map are guided by the 10th FYP 2002-2007 and 11th FYP 2007-2012 of the Government of India. (See the Framework Financing Agreement for the Investment Program, Schedule 1) The Investment Program links capital investments to reforms for sustainable impact. It targets medium size towns with economic growth and tourism potentials, while maintaining regional balance.
Scaling Up Demand-Side Energy Efficiency Sector Project The project is aligned with the following impact: emissions intensity of economy reduced. The project will have the following outcome: end-use energy efficiency in the project areas increased.
Assam Urban Infrastructure Investment Program - Tranche 1 The MFF adopts a strategic and integrated approach to sustainable urban environmental improvement in Guwahati and Dibrugarh, Assam, including water supply, wastewater treatment, solid waste management, and drainage. Project 1 will support MFF management and implementation, including equipment, logistics, and the consultants to assist the program management unit (PMU) in detailed design, construction supervision, and related training and capacity building. Project 1 will provide improved and sustainable urban services at the standards set by the Government in the cities of Guwahati and Dibrugarh in Assam through the delivery of improved water supply, solid waste management (SWM), and drainage infrastructure.
Multitranche Financing Facility (MFF) - Uttarakhand State-Road Investment Program (Subproject 2) Uttarakhand State Road Investment Program -Project 2 will help the State of Uttarakhand to (i) improve a sub-network of roads totaling about 898 kilometers; (ii) undertake business process re-engineering of Public Works Department (PWD); and (iii) increase PWD staff's asset management skills.
Multitranche Financing Facility (MFF) - Second India Infrastructure Project Financing Facility (IIPFF II) - Tranche 3 The executing agency for the Second India Infrastructure Project Financing Facility (IIPFF II), the India Infrastructure Finance Company Limited (IIFCL), requested ADB to approve the Tranche III (Periodic Financing Request [PFR]3) of IIPFF II for $240 million to finance 7 indicative new subprojects in addition to the disbursement balance left for 5 existing subprojects approved under Tranches I and II. The total cost of the 7 subprojects is estimated at Rs140.18 billion (or $2.92 billion), inclusive of taxes, duties, and interest and other charges on the loan during construction, against which IIFCL sanctioned Rs15.2 billion (or $316.27 million). The PFR3 is expected to catalyze 12 times of funding resources from the market.  

The requested loan of $240 million will be from ADB's ordinary capital resources under ADB's LIBOR-based lending facility with a 0.15% commitment charge and a 25-year term including grace period of 5 years, and such other terms agreed in the FFA and under the loan agreement. The last date on which any disbursement request under this tranche is expected to be made on 14 December 2014.

IIFCL's project management unit (PMU), established under the IIPFF I, will continue to monitor day-to-day implementation of Tranche III including the identification, screening, selection, and monitoring of all subprojects, including compliance with state and national policies and the environmental and social safeguard framework. The indicative 7 subprojects under the proposed PFR3 were selected based on commercial and technical viability in compliance with relevant national and ADB norms. The tranche's loan proceeds will be disbursed in accordance with ADB's Loan Disbursement Handbook (2007, as amended from time to time). IIFCL requested retroactive financing for the PFR3. Except as otherwise agreed with ADB, it is proposed that the total eligible expenditure under retroactive financing will not exceed an amount equivalent to 20% of the individual loan and must have been incurred not more than 12 months before signing of the related legal agreements.
Bengaluru Smart Energy Efficient Power Distribution Project The project will (i) convert overhead distribution lines to underground cables, with parallel installation of optical fiber cables; and (ii) install automated ring main units adapted with a distribution automation system (DAS) in six divisions, spanning 52 subdivisions, in urban Bengaluru city in the state of Karnataka.
Agribusiness Infrastructure Development Investment Program - Tranche 1 The investment program aims to address three main constraints on agriculture growth: (i) outdated technologies and management; (ii) lack of public investment in linking infrastructure (such as roads from production areas to collection points); and (iii) lack of private investment and management in modern marketing infrastructure (such as cold chains, controlled atmosphere storages, and automated grading. Using an integrated value chain (IVC) approach, the investment program will invest in physical and institutional links along horticultural value chains2 by supporting (i) site development and agribusiness infrastructure, (ii) linking infrastructure to ensure connectivity and basic services across the value chain, (iii) backward links to the production areas through contract farming and producer companies, and (iv) capacity building to strengthen technical and managerial skills along the value chain. The investment program area covers selected regions of Bihar and Maharashtra, two states that have adopted different agri-marketing policies: Bihar promotes the provision of agri-marketing as a private-sector-led function, and Maharashtra enables greater private sector participation but leaves the role of regulator and market manager with the public sector. The project financing request dated 18 Aug 2010 and approved by ADB on 24 Sep 2010 was for the State of Bihar.