KEY DESCRIPTION
AS PER FSR (10 MW)
Project Location
Bigu Rural Municipality of Dolakha District of Bagmati Province.
Access to Site
(Kathmandu-Charikot- Project site)
Project Type
Run-of-River (RoR)
Rivers
Kharta River and Kothali Rivers
Installed Capacity
10MW
Project Co-ordinates
860 05’ 00” E to 860 06’ 56” E, 270 50’ 42” N to 270 53’ 00” N
Annual energy generation
56.50 GWh
Catchment Area
72 sq.km
Design discharge
3.50 m3/s
Gross Head
352.5 m
Headworks Crest Elevation
2127 m masl
Phase of Project
Under Construction

About Company:

Alampu Jalabidhyut Bikash Company Pvt. Ltd is a recently acquired venture by the Aviyan Group. It has planned to develop Mathillo Sagu Khola Small Hydropower Project with an installed capacity of 10 MW in Dolakha District of Bagmati Province. 

Alampu Jalabidhyut Bikash Company Pvt. Ltd. is implementing the following project: Mathillo Sagu Khola Small Hydropower Project 

Introduction:

Mathillo Sagu Khola Small Hydropower Project is located within Bigu Rural Municipality of Dolakha District of Bagmati Province. Mathillo Sagu Khola Small Hydropower Project is a run-of-river (RoR) type of hydropower project. The capacity of the project is 10 megawatts (MW). 

This project has a very easy road access.  It is 205.5 KM to reach project site from Kathmandu via road transportation including 133 KM black topped, remain gravel road and earthen road. Having easy road access to powerhouse and water intake is an added value for this project.

Key Features of the project:

Issued

By DOED for 10 MW

Feasibility Study

Approved

Samyak Consulting Engineering (P). Ltd.

Topographical Survey  and Mapping

Completed

 

Hydrological & Sediment Measurement and Analysis

Completed

 

Environmental Impact Assessment

Approved

Nepal Environment & Development Consultant Pvt. Ltd.

Grid Connection Agreement

Signed

Nepal Electricity Authority

Power Purchase Agreement

Signed

Nepal Electricity Authority

Electricity Generation License

Issued

Department of Electricity Development

         


Progress Report

Community Meetings for Hydropower Development of

Mathilo Sagu Khola Small Hydropower Project (10 MW)

 

November 2024 | Kathmandu

The Aviyan Group, in collaboration with Alamphu Jalabidhyut Bikas Company Pvt. Ltd., has been actively engaging with local communities to facilitate the smooth progress of the Mathillo Sagu Khola Small Hydropower Project (10 MW). A series of community meetings have been held to address the concerns of locals, share project plans, and build consensus on key infrastructure development, including road access and camp facilities.

Meeting in Kyarthal Village

A pivotal meeting was conducted in Kyarthal village to discuss the construction of a road to the project's camp facilities. Local stakeholders, including community leaders, landowners, and technical experts, participated actively. The discussions revolved around road alignment, ensuring minimal disruption to local livelihoods and the environment. A consensus was reached on a tentative route, with locals expressing their support for the project, provided their concerns about fair compensation and environmental safeguards are addressed.


                                                                             Fig. Discussion at Kyarthal Village on road alignment selection with locals

 

Engagement at Dhungakhani

A crucial meeting at Dhungakhani focused on strengthening collaboration and broader community engagement. Discussions addressed local grievances, employment opportunities, and fair practices during project implementation, fostering a spirit of cooperation and transparent communication between the company and the community. Following the meeting, the community gave consent to proceed with a detailed survey of the area, expressing strong support for the project's continuation. This marks a significant step toward building mutual trust and ensuring smooth progress in the development process.

                                                                                     Fig. Discussion with locals at Dhungakhani on social issue

Discussion and Introduction Program in Ward No. 6

The most recent meeting took place in Ward No. 6, where locals from Alamphu gathered alongside officials from Alamphu Jalabidhyut Bikas Company Pvt. Ltd. The program served as a platform to introduce the company's development plans and address local concerns.

 

During the discussion, officials detailed the timeline and scope of the hydropower projects, emphasizing the economic and infrastructural benefits to the region. Locals raised various issues, including equitable access to project benefits, employment opportunities for local youth, and support for community development initiatives. They also highlighted specific demands, such as improved road connectivity, water resource management, and measures to mitigate potential environmental impacts.

Fig. Meeting photographs from Bigu rural Municipality ward no 6

Detailed Design Phase Initiated

With the survey now completed, the Detailed Design Phase has been initiated. This critical stage encompasses designing layouts for key project components, including the powerhouse, headworks, and access infrastructure. The detailed design aims to align technical specifications with project requirements while addressing community and environmental considerations.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             

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