First Weir Gate Installed and Tested at Upper Trishuli-1 Hydropower Project
Summary
The first weir gate installation and testing at the 216 MW Upper Trishuli-1 Hydropower Project in Rasuwa has been successfully completed, advancing the project towards completion by mid-2027.
Key Points
- The first weir gate installation and testing at Upper Trishuli-1 Hydropower Project have been successfully completed.
- The project has reached 82% physical progress and excavation of the 9.5 km main tunnel is complete with concrete lining underway.
- Electro-mechanical equipment installation is ongoing despite flood disruptions in 2024 and 2025.
- The hydropower project aims to generate 1.53 billion units of electricity annually, connecting to the national grid via Trishuli-3B Hub Substation.
