Kathmandu. The Bagmati Small Hydropower Project, constructed by Mandu Hydropower Limited on the Bagmati River at Ipa Dobhan in Bhimphedi Rural Municipality of Makwanpur, has come into operation with an expanded capacity. According to the company, the project’s capacity has been increased from 22 MW by an additional 10 MW, bringing the total installed capacity to 32 MW.
Following the expansion, test generation has begun from the new production unit. The company stated that after the completion of construction, the project entered test production on March 23, 2026, and the generated electricity has been connected to the national transmission line.
The project had remained shut for nearly a year after severe floods on September 27–28, 2024 damaged the powerhouse and related structures. After reconstruction, it resumed operation from mid-July 2025.
In line with its goal to develop the project to 32 MW capacity, the company built a new powerhouse near the existing one and added a separate 10 MW production unit.
With the start of commercial production, the project is expected to contribute further to the country’s energy supply. Small and medium hydropower projects like this are also believed to support diversification in energy generation and improve supply stability.
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