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generation of hydroelectric power
INTRODUCTION
The potential for generation of hydroelectric power using the Jhimruk river was identified as early as 1960 by late Tony Hagen. Nepal electricity authority studied the project in 1980’s and produced a feasibility study in July 1987. HMG of Nepal the requested funding for Jhimruk Hydro Electric project from NORAD through NGO’s like UMN / BPC. A project agreement was then signed between HMGN and UMN on 23 Feb, 1989.
LOCATION
Jhimruk hydro electric centre is located in Pyuthan district where the Jhimruk and Madi river tributaries of Rapti river come within 1.5 Km of each other, yet elevation difference is approx 210 m. Intake structure of the power plant is at Khaira VDC, whereas the power plant is situated at Ramdi VDC. Similarly, the main office of the center is located at Nayagaun VDC.
