Lapche Khola Hydroelectric Projectलाप्चे खोला
A 160 MW run-of-river-with-pondage project on the Lapche Khola in Dolakha, developed by Nasa Hydropower Ltd, a major venture of the MV Dugar Group. It is one of the larger private-sector projects under construction in Nepal.
Installed capacity
160 MW
Peaking run-of-river
River / basin
Lapche Khola
Koshi basin
Location
Dolakha
Bagmati
Expected online
2027
Under construction
Milestones & projected timeline
Key dates so far, with planned milestones marked. Future dates are targets from the developer or government and frequently shift.
- 2024
Secured ~Rs 19.65 billion bank financing
- 2027
Targeted commissioning
Location
Approximate dam-area location on OpenStreetMap — precise to the district and river reach, not the exact structure.
Lapche Khola Hydroelectric Project: key facts
Quick answers on capacity, river, developer, status and commissioning, drawn from the sourced data above.
What is the capacity of the Lapche Khola Hydroelectric Project?+
The Lapche Khola Hydroelectric Project has an installed capacity of 160 MW. It is a peaking run-of-river hydropower scheme.
Which river is the Lapche Khola Hydroelectric Project on?+
The project is on the Lapche Khola River, part of Nepal's Koshi basin, in Dolakha district, Bagmati Province.
Who is developing the Lapche Khola Hydroelectric Project?+
The Lapche Khola Hydroelectric Project is developed by Nasa Hydropower Ltd (MV Dugar Group) (private (ipp)).
What is the status of the Lapche Khola Hydroelectric Project?+
As of mid-2026 the project is under construction.
When is the Lapche Khola Hydroelectric Project expected to be commissioned?+
The Lapche Khola Hydroelectric Project is expected to be commissioned around 2027, though dates for projects under development frequently shift.
Sources & data note
Figures for Lapche Khola Hydroelectric Project are compiled from the sources below and cross-checked where possible. Status and projected dates reflect research as of mid-2026 and may change as the project progresses. The map location is an approximate dam-area estimate. Commentary is Amarnepal's own.