Heavy rain forecast puts hydropower projects in Gandaki on high alert
Summary
Hydropower projects across the Gandaki basin have been placed on high alert as Nepal prepares for heavy rainfall from September 25 to 27. The government and electricity agencies are coordinating safety measures after the Bhotekoshi floods damaged power infrastructure.
Key Points
- Hydropower projects in the Gandaki basin have been placed on high alert ahead of forecast heavy rainfall from September 25 to 27.
- The Department of Electricity Development issued the alert after the Meteorological Forecasting Division warned that Gandaki could be among the most affected areas.
- Energy Minister Biraj Bhakta Shrestha directed officials to learn from the Bhotekoshi floods and protect electricity infrastructure.
- NEA and IPPAN are coordinating with public and private hydropower projects to monitor weather updates and take safety measures.
