SJVN CMD reviews 900 MW Arun-3 project, prepares ground for Lower Arun construction in Nepal

New Delhi: SJVN Limited Chairman and Managing Director Bhupender Gupta, along with Director (Finance) Parthajit De and Director (Projects) Rajesh Kumar Chandel, inspected the company's ongoing hydroelectric projects in eastern Nepal on Monday, following high-level discussions with the Government of Nepal in Kathmandu.

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The senior management team reviewed construction activities at the 900 MW Arun-3 Hydro Electric Project, including the dam and powerhouse sites, to assess execution progress, technical parameters and project readiness.

The team also visited the 669 MW Lower Arun Hydro Electric Project site and reviewed preparations for the commencement of construction activities, which are targeted to begin in November 2026.

During interactions with teams from SJVN, SJVN Arun-3 Power Development Company (SAPDC) and SJVN Lower Arun Power Development Company (SLPDC), Gupta appreciated the efforts of engineers, officers and staff working under challenging geographical and terrain conditions. He said their commitment and dedication would be crucial to the timely execution of the projects.

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The SJVN leadership also held review meetings with project management teams and representatives of executing contractors. Emphasising adherence to project schedules and quality standards, Gupta directed contractors to accelerate resource mobilisation, resolve site-level constraints and step up the pace of construction activities.

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