Itanagar, May 6 -- The Centre for Earth Sciences and Himalayan Studies (CESHS) has successfully drilled Northeast India's first geothermal production well in Dirang, West Kameng district of Arunachal Pradesh, officials announced Monday.

This achievement represents a significant milestone in the region's pursuit of sustainable energy sources.

CESHS geosciences division head Rupankar Rajkhowa stated that the successful drilling follows two years of comprehensive geochemical and structural surveys of hot springs throughout western Arunachal Pradesh.

Once operational, the geothermal energy will power environmentally friendly solutions including fruit, nut, and meat drying facilities, space heating systems, and controlled-atmosphere storage...