New Delhi, May 9 -- New Delhi: Insurance premiums for renewable energy and hydropower projects are likely to increase amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, raising the overall cost of these projects.

Several solar and wind projects that are not covered against war or conflict are looking at getting additional coverage, said an executive with a renewable energy company.

This hike in premium is expected against the backdrop of increased aerial activity, with attempted missile attacks and shelling in parts of Punjab, Rajasthan and Jammu and Kashmir.

Also read: Cyberattacks fresh in mind, India raises grid security after Pahalgam

The hydropower and green energy projects in the border states are already on high alert amid in...