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Hydropower Generation Rises in Lamjung as Monsoon Boosts River Flows

Hydropower projects in Lamjung have returned to near full capacity following increased river flows brought by the monsoon season

Nepalytix
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Hydropower Generation Rises in Lamjung as Monsoon Boosts River Flows

Hydropower generation in Lamjung, one of Nepal’s leading hydropower hubs, has increased significantly with the onset of the monsoon season. Rising water levels in rivers and streams have enabled several projects to resume operations at or near their installed capacities.

The 70 MW Middle Marsyangdi Hydropower Project, the district’s first major hydropower plant, is currently generating electricity at full capacity. According to project officials, power generation had dropped to around 26–27 MW during the dry winter months due to insufficient water flow but has now recovered following increased river discharge.

Similarly, the 50 MW Upper Marsyangdi A Hydropower Project has also returned to full-capacity generation in recent days. The project, developed with investment from China's Sino Hydro and Nepalese partners, has been commercially operational since 2017.

Several other hydropower projects in Lamjung, including Super Dordi B, Nyadi Hydropower, Dordi Khola, Upper Dordi A, Dordi-1, Upper Midim, Siuri Khola, and Radhi Khola, have also reported higher electricity production as water availability improves.

Smaller projects such as Khudi Khola Small Hydropower, Upper Chhandi Khola, Midim Khola, Upper Syange Khola, Chhandi Khola, Syange Micro Hydro, and Midim Micro Hydro have likewise experienced a rise in power output.

Energy experts note that electricity generated from these projects is integrated into Nepal’s national grid, making increased production crucial for strengthening energy supply and supporting economic activity. Hydropower generation in the region typically declines during winter due to lower river flows and rebounds during the monsoon season.

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