Companies Provide Relief to Flood-Affected Workers at Upper Trishuli-1 Hydropower Project

Summary

Companies working on the 216 MW Upper Trishuli-1 Hydropower Project have begun providing financial relief and compensation to workers and families affected by the flood. Search and rescue operations are continuing for 512 workers still missing or out of contact, with additional rescue teams and support materials being deployed.

Key Points
  • Companies at the Upper Trishuli-1 Hydropower Project have started financial relief and compensation for flood-affected workers and their families.
  • NWEDC, Doosan E&C, Andritz, and Power China are also offering psychosocial counseling and support for injured workers.
  • An estimated 512 workers remain missing or out of contact, and rescue efforts are being hampered by difficult access to the project site.
  • An additional 21-member rescue team from Doosan has reached the site, while the companies continue to support security agencies and Nepali rescue teams.
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