Trishuli 3A Hydropower Project Tunnel Opening Efforts Continue After Flood
Summary
Efforts are continuing to clear the tunnel mouth of the Trishuli 3A Hydropower Project in Nuwakot after flood debris from the Bhote Koshi river buried the main structures. Rescue teams including the Nepali Army and a Chinese team have reached 15–20 meters inside as they work to remove rubble and prepare boulders for blasting.
Key Points
- Officials say work is underway to open the tunnel mouth of the Trishuli 3A Hydropower Project after it was buried by flood debris.
- A 93-member team including the Nepali Army, Chinese technicians, and other experts is involved in search and rescue operations.
- Heavy debris, including broken iron and large stones, has been found at the tunnel entrance, and about 3 feet has been cleared so far.
- Technicians say the 170-meter tunnel must be fully cleared before excavators and machines can enter the remaining sections.
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