Budhigandaki flood leaves 5,000 households in northern Gorkha without electricity supply
Summary
A flood in the Budhigandaki River has damaged the Sirdibas-Uhiya Micro Hydropower Project, leaving nearly 5,000 households in northern Gorkha without electricity. Villages in Chumanubri Rural Municipality and parts of Dharche Rural Municipality are also facing disrupted internet and administrative services.
Key Points
- The Sunday flood in the Budhigandaki River damaged the Sirdibas-Uhiya Micro Hydropower Project and disrupted electricity supply in northern Gorkha.
- Nearly 5,000 households, including 971 directly affected households, have been hit by the outage in Chumanubri Rural Municipality.
- Twelve electricity poles, a tower and transmission wires were swept away, though the main powerhouse remained safe.
- Lack of electricity and internet connectivity has stalled administrative work in Chumanubri and caused hardship in nearby settlements.
