The 11 MW Upper Tadi Khola Hydropower Project of Suryakunda Hydro Electric Limited has been affected by disruptions to electricity generation and evacuation.

According to the company, the project’s main structures and equipment have not suffered direct physical damage. However, damage to transmission infrastructure operated by the Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) has prevented the project from connecting its electricity to the national grid.

The project, located in Dupcheshwor Rural Municipality of Nuwakot, had already halted electricity generation after a landslide on Ashar 11, 2083 BS damaged a transmission line tower.

While repair and restoration work was nearing completion, a sudden flood on Bhadra 10, 2083 BS completely damaged the Trishuli 3B Hub Substation, further disrupting power evacuation.

The company said an on-site inspection following the flood found no direct physical damage to the project’s main structures and equipment. Its own transmission line and related infrastructure were also not damaged, and no human casualties were reported.

However, the interruption in power generation and power evacuation has directly affected the company’s revenue. Based on available production and revenue data, the company has initially estimated a revenue loss of approximately Rs. 74.16 million for the period covering Shrawan, Bhadra and up to Ashoj 11. The actual financial impact will be determined based on final production and accounting records.

A definite date for the project’s resumption has not yet been set. The company said restoration of the Trishuli 3B Hub Substation and arrangements for an alternative transmission route are key to restarting power generation.

The disruption has also affected the company’s cash flow. The company estimates interest obligations of around Rs. 30.45 million for the upcoming first quarter, while the estimated principal installment payable during the period stands at approximately Rs. 12.52 million. The company is coordinating with lending banks and financial institutions regarding its debt obligations.

Although the project and its assets are insured, the company said it has not filed an insurance claim so far because no direct physical damage was found in the project’s main structures and equipment.

The company’s management has conducted on-site inspections and technical assessments and is working on measures required to resume operations. Discussions with the Nepal Electricity Authority are also underway regarding the feasibility and management of an alternative power evacuation route.