United Mewa Khola Hydropower Projectयुनाइटेड मेवा खोला
A 50 MW run-of-river project on the Mewa Khola in Meringden Rural Municipality, Taplejung, developed by United Mewa Khola Hydropower Ltd (with United Modi holding about 30%). It was reported at roughly 99% completion in 2025, with its powerhouse finished.
Installed capacity
50 MW
Run-of-river
River / basin
Mewa Khola
Koshi basin
Location
Taplejung
Koshi
Expected online
2025
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.
- 2025
~99% complete; powerhouse finished, nearing generation
Location
Approximate dam-area location on OpenStreetMap — precise to the district and river reach, not the exact structure.
United Mewa Khola Hydropower Project: key facts
Quick answers on capacity, river, developer, status and commissioning, drawn from the sourced data above.
What is the capacity of the United Mewa Khola Hydropower Project?+
The United Mewa Khola Hydropower Project has an installed capacity of 50 MW. It is a run-of-river hydropower scheme.
Which river is the United Mewa Khola Hydropower Project on?+
The project is on the Mewa Khola River, part of Nepal's Koshi basin, in Taplejung district, Koshi Province.
Who is developing the United Mewa Khola Hydropower Project?+
The United Mewa Khola Hydropower Project is developed by United Mewa Khola Hydropower Ltd (private (ipp)).
What is the status of the United Mewa Khola Hydropower Project?+
As of mid-2026 the project is under construction.
When is the United Mewa Khola Hydropower Project expected to be commissioned?+
The United Mewa Khola Hydropower Project is expected to be commissioned around 2025, though dates for projects under development frequently shift.
Sources & data note
Figures for United Mewa Khola Hydropower 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.