The capacity of the Upper Myagdi Hydropower Project in Dhaulagiri Rural Municipality has been increased from 37 MW to 46.25 MW following confirmation of adequate water flow. The project, estimated to cost Rs 8.465 billion, has reached 35 percent physical progress. Project adjustments include expanding tunnel dimensions and head height. Officials expect electricity generation to begin by mid-March 2027. A public hearing on the revised environmental assessment was conducted on Saturday.
