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300 MW electricity generation in Lamjung

Kathmandu - Lamjung district is rapidly transforming into a major center for hydropower generation, with 17 hydropower projects currently producing electricity. These plants harness the energy of rivers such as the Marsyangdi, Dordi, Midim, Ngadi, Syange, and Khudi.

According to Meghnath Bhattarai, Head of the Lamjung Electricity Distribution Center, approximately 300 megawatts (MW) of electricity is being generated from the operational projects in the district.

⚡ Major Projects in Operation

The largest hydropower plants in Lamjung include:

  • Madhya Marsyangdi – 70 MW

  • Super Dordi 'Kha' – 54 MW

  • Upper Marsyangdi – 50 MW

  • Nyadi Hydropower – 30 MW

  • Dordikhola – 27 MW

  • Upper Dordi 'A' – 25 MW

  • Dordi-1 – 12 MW

  • Upper Midim – 7 MW

  • Siurikhola – 5 MW

  • Randhikhola – 4.4 MW

Additionally, smaller plants such as Khudikhola Small Hydropower and Upper Chandikhola (4 MW each), Midimkhola (3 MW), Upper Syange Khola (2 MW), Chandikhola (183 kW), and Midim Micro Hydropower (80 kW) are also contributing to the grid.

📈 Power Distribution and Revenue

The district currently has 40,542 electricity consumers, and the central transmission line has reached nearly all areas, except for a few remote locations. From Shrawan to Chaitra of the ongoing fiscal year, a total of 23.9 million units of electricity were sold in the district, generating Rs 195.35 million in revenue.

🚧 Projects Under Construction

There are 11 hydropower projects under construction in Lamjung, including:

  • Marsyangdi Valley – 50 MW

  • Super Nyadi Hydro – 40.27 MW

  • Upper Khudi – 21.21 MW

  • Nyadi Fidi – 21 MW

  • Midimkhola-1 – 13.424 MW

  • Lower Nyadi – 12.6 MW

  • Hidikhola – 6.82 MW

  • Middle Midim – 4.8 MW

  • Chepekhola Cascade – 2 MW

  • Lodokhola Small Project – 1.6 MW

  • Lower Midim – 0.996 MW

🌊 Estimated Potential

According to officials, Lamjung holds the potential to generate up to 2,500 MW of electricity through hydropower development, underscoring its strategic importance in Nepal’s clean energy future.

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📰 Source: UrjaSanchar.com