Located on the Budhi Ganga River in the Far-Western Development Region of Nepal, this project is a run-of-river scheme designed to generate an average of 2,520 GWh per year. The objectives of the project are: to increase the electricity generation capacity of Nepal; help meet growing load
demands and reduce load shedding; and contribute to national economic and social development. SMEC, in association with Udaya Consultancy, will provide: review of existing feasibility and environmental impact study reports; detailed design of all civil works, hydraulic steel structures, electromechanical equipment, transmission lines and substations; and preparation of tender documents.
SMEC will also complete ESIAs and develop an Environmental and Social Management Plan. This will include: preparing terms of reference and scoping documents; updating baseline surveys; and conducting detailed analysis of impacts anticipated during construction and operation phases.
