22.5 MW Upper Thulokhola Hydropower Project Completed in Myagdi

Summary

The 22.5 MW Upper Thulokhola Hydropower Project in Myagdi has been completed, with trial generation underway. The project includes a dam, powerhouse, pipelines, and a 5 km transmission line linking to the central grid.

Key Points
  • The 22.5 MW Upper Thulokhola Hydropower Project in Raghuganga Rural Municipality-7, Myagdi, has been completed.
  • Trial generation has started with equipment installation finished, as informed by Project Chief Shivsagar Yadav.
  • The run-of-the-river project includes a 5-kilometer 132 kV transmission line connecting to the central system via the 220 kV Dana-Khurkot line.
  • The project cost is estimated at NPR 3 billion, funded by loans from Citizens Bank and Machhapuchhre Bank, promoter investment, and public shares.
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