Rahughat Hydroelectric Projectराहुघाट जलविद्युत आयोजना
A 40 MW run-of-river project on the Rahughat Khola in Myagdi, developed by Raghuganga Hydropower Ltd (an NEA subsidiary) with Indian EXIM Bank concessional financing. The dam, ~6.3 km tunnel and powerhouse were about 90% complete by October 2025; after repeated delays, commissioning is expected around 2026.
Installed capacity
40 MW
Run-of-river
River / basin
Rahughat Khola
Gandaki basin
Location
Myagdi
Gandaki
Expected online
2026
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.
- Nov 2017
Civil construction contract signed
- 2025
~90% complete; contract extended
- 2026Planned
Expected commissioning
Location
Approximate dam-area location on OpenStreetMap — precise to the district and river reach, not the exact structure.
Rahughat 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 Rahughat Hydroelectric Project?+
The Rahughat Hydroelectric Project has an installed capacity of 40 MW. It is a run-of-river hydropower scheme.
Which river is the Rahughat Hydroelectric Project on?+
The project is on the Rahughat Khola River, part of Nepal's Gandaki basin, in Myagdi district, Gandaki Province.
Who is developing the Rahughat Hydroelectric Project?+
The Rahughat Hydroelectric Project is developed by Raghuganga Hydropower Ltd (NEA subsidiary) (nea subsidiary), with Government of Nepal, NEA, Indian EXIM Bank; Jaiprakash Associates (civil), BHEL (E&M).
What is the status of the Rahughat Hydroelectric Project?+
As of mid-2026 the project is under construction.
When is the Rahughat Hydroelectric Project expected to be commissioned?+
The Rahughat Hydroelectric Project is expected to be commissioned around 2026, though dates for projects under development frequently shift.
Sources & data note
Figures for Rahughat 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.