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Energy, Water Resources, and Irrigation Minister Deepak Khadka and India’s Minister of Power, Housing, and Urban Affairs Manohar Lal Khattar recently conducted a site visit to the third hydroelectric project of Arun. During their two-day visit to Nepal, Minister Khattar inspected the powerhouse and dam site of the Arun III hydroelectric project, which is under construction with Indian investment.
The ministers also inaugurated ‘Unit-2’ of the project and participated in a tree plantation drive at the same location. This visit provided them with an opportunity to assess the progress and address any issues encountered during the construction of the project with the contractor company.
Minister Khadka expressed gratitude towards the Indian government for its support in the development of Nepal’s energy sector. He highlighted the significance of the Arun III hydroelectric project for the country and emphasized that the government has prioritized its completion without any delays.
Indian Minister Khattar mentioned the immense potential in Nepal’s hydropower sector and stated that both countries could benefit from the successful completion of the Arun III project. He also confirmed India’s readiness to invest in Nepal’s hydropower sector, which could lead to prosperity for both nations.
The construction of the Arun III hydroelectric project, with a capacity of 900 megawatts, is underway in the Makalu and Chichila Rural Municipalities. The project, inaugurated jointly by Prime Ministers KP Sharma Oli of Nepal and Narendra Modi of India in Baisakh 2075, is expected to be completed at a cost of around Rs. 1.4 trillion. The construction contract has been awarded to the Indian Satluj Hydro Power Company.
Opinion from Ramesh Khatri, representative of Kansai Nepal News:
“Ramesh Khatri views this joint initiative between Nepal and India as a significant step towards strengthening bilateral ties and promoting sustainable energy solutions in the region. He believes that such collaborations hold the potential to drive economic growth and development for both countries.”
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Author: MAYA | HARUTO
Posted at: April 23, 2025 12:01 am
