According to the Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA), key transmission lines have sustained major damage, notably the Dana (Myagdi) to Kusma (Parbat) section and the Kusma-New Butwal line under the Kaligandaki Corridor 220 kV transmission system. This infrastructure failure has disrupted approximately 200 MW of electricity generation linked to the corridor.
Impact on Hydropower Generation
Power production has been suspended or significantly reduced at several prominent projects due to swollen rivers and rivulets, including:
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Kaligandaki Hydropower Project (140 MW)
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Middle Marsyangdi (70 MW) and Marsyangdi (69 MW)
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Upper Marsyangdi (50 MW)
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Super Madi (44 MW)
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Seti River (40 MW)
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Upper Madi (25 MW), Upper Dordi (25 MW), and Modi
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Namarjun Madi Hydropower Project (20 MW)
NEA Response and Restoration Efforts
NEA Managing Director Dirgha Kumar Shrestha stated that technical and repair units have been dispatched to assess damages, identify outage zones, and implement alternative supply routes where possible. "We are prioritizing the quick restoration of power to consumers despite the severe challenges," Shrestha said. "However, ongoing heavy rainfall, active landslides, and blocked roadways have delayed access for our technical teams to some of the hardest-hit locations."
Once roads are cleared and access is restored, the NEA plans to scale up its workforce and equipment to expedite permanent repairs.
Public Safety Advisory
While alternative feeders are being utilized to maintain partial service, the NEA has urged the public to exercise caution during the disaster. Consumers are strongly advised to remain patient and stay clear of damaged power infrastructure, fallen utility poles, and downed electric wires.
