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Tila-2 Hydroelectric Projectतिला-२

A proposed large project on the Tila River in Kalikot, Karnali, paired with Tila-1. Originally envisaged at 420 MW, a 2017–18 survey revised its expected output to about 297 MW. It was among the largest generation licences awarded in 2018/19.

Installed capacity

297 MW

Reservoir

River / basin

Tila

Karnali basin

Location

Kalikot

Karnali

Expected online

TBD

Proposed / under development

Project timeline

Milestones & projected timeline

Key dates so far, with planned milestones marked. Future dates are targets from the developer or government and frequently shift.

  1. Originally envisaged at 420 MW

    Capacity revised to ~297 MW after the 2017–18 survey

  2. 2018/19

    Generation licence awarded

On the map

Location

Approximate dam-area location on OpenStreetMap — precise to the district and river reach, not the exact structure.

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Questions

Tila-2 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 Tila-2 Hydroelectric Project?+

The Tila-2 Hydroelectric Project has an installed capacity of 297 MW. It is a reservoir hydropower scheme.

Which river is the Tila-2 Hydroelectric Project on?+

The project is on the Tila River, part of Nepal's Karnali basin, in Kalikot district, Karnali Province.

Who is developing the Tila-2 Hydroelectric Project?+

The Tila-2 Hydroelectric Project is developed by Private sector (generation licence holder) (private (ipp)).

What is the status of the Tila-2 Hydroelectric Project?+

As of mid-2026 the project is proposed / under development. Generation licence awarded 2018/19; capacity revised down after survey

Sources & data note

Figures for Tila-2 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.