Biggest hydropower project in limbo

The country's biggest hydroelectric project (if constructed) Nau Mure has remained neglected for the past 20 years, national news agency RSS reported Wednesday.

Construction of the project having a capacity to generate 245-MW of electricity has not started yet, though it was surveyed in 2045 BS.

The 144-MW Kali Gandaki 'A' Hydroelectric Project is the largest hydropower project constructed so far in the country. The project located at Juluke VDC in Arghakhanchi district is also considered Nepal's model one from natural diversity, ecological and tourism point of view.

According to water experts, electricity can be generated in Nau Mure in equal amount during the summer and monsoon seasons.

Meanwhile, construction of Kowakhola Micro Hydropower Porject has been completed in eastern Tehrathum district.

The 63-kw hydroelectric project, based at Sakranti VDC, came into operation with the total cost of Rs. 13,900,000.

Energy Development Branch, Tehrathum, lent Rs. 6,072,600 financial support, the District Development Committee Rs. 5,320,000, locals Rs. 1,200,000 and the remaining by local donors to build the project. nepalnews.com July 01 09