Chilime Hydropower Plant Damaged by the Flood, Six Employees Missing
Summary
Recent floods in the Chilime area of Rasuwa have severely damaged the 22.1 MW Chilime Hydropower Plant, while six employees working in the powerhouse tunnel area remain missing. The 111 MW Rasuwagadhi Hydropower Plant has also been completely damaged, and roads, communications and other local infrastructure have been disrupted.
Key Points
- The 22.1 MW Chilime Hydropower Plant has been severely damaged by floods in Rasuwa.
- Six employees working in the powerhouse tunnel area are still out of contact.
- The 111 MW Rasuwagadhi Hydropower Plant has also been completely damaged.
- Roads, electricity infrastructure, communication services and local settlements have been hit, complicating rescue efforts.
