Madhya Bhotekoshi Jalavidyut Company Limited

Madhya Bhotekoshi Jalavidyut Company Limited (MBJCL) is a prominent hydropower company in Nepal established to develop the 102 MW Middle Bhotekoshi Hydroelectric Project, a major run-of-river scheme located in Sindhupalchok District. The company operates under the joint ownership of the Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA), Nepal Doorsanchar Company Limited (NTC), and the general public, making it one of Nepal’s largest publicly invested hydropower ventures. The Middle Bhotekoshi project is strategically designed to enhance Nepal’s energy security by supplying reliable electricity to the national grid. Developed under a run-of-river configuration, the project utilizes the hydrological potential of the Bhotekoshi River to generate clean and renewable power with minimal environmental impact. MBJCL emphasizes high engineering standards, efficient construction practices, and strict compliance with national regulatory frameworks, including oversight from the Department of Electricity Development (DoED). The company also promotes community engagement and local development in the project-affected areas, ensuring that hydropower growth contributes positively to regional socio-economic progress. With its strong institutional backing, high-capacity infrastructure, and commitment to sustainable hydropower development, Madhya Bhotekoshi Jalavidyut Company Limited continues to play a crucial role in strengthening Nepal’s electricity generation capacity and supporting long-term national development.