Friday, Oct 02, 2026 00:15 [IST]
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SORENG, (IPR): Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang-Golay reviewed the present
status and progress of the Rangit Stage-IV Hydro Electric (HE) Project at
Reshi, Soreng District, during a meeting held at Dak Bungalow, Soreng, today.
During the
meeting, the Chief Minister enquired about the various aspects of the project,
including the progress of ongoing construction works and issues pertaining to
its implementation. He directed the NHPC officials to ensure efficient
execution of the project, keeping in view the convenience and welfare of the
public. He also discussed at length regarding that the tunnel needs to be well
lit, pedestrian friendly, and safe for public movement.
The Chief
Minister further informed that a committee comprising officials from the Mines
and Geology Department (GoS), along with the District Collectors of concerned
districts of the State, would be constituted to examine matters related to the
project. He also directed NHPC and the proposed committee to maintain close
coordination for the smooth implementation and monitoring of ongoing projects
across the State.
During the
meeting, DGM-HRT (NHPC), RM Saho, presented a detailed PowerPoint presentation
on the current status of the Rangit Stage-IV HE Project. The presentation
covered the status of the Dam Control Room Building, Dissipating Chamber and
Self-Flush Tunnel, Head Race Tunnel (HRT), Surge Shaft, Power House, Tail Race
Channel, Pothead Yard works and the diversion road tunnel along SH-22/NH-510
near the dam site at Reshi.
The
presentation also highlighted recommendations for rehabilitation and remedial
treatment, requirements for major construction equipment and an appraisal of
the Chun Bhatti Nala slide zone.
The meeting
was attended by Speaker (SLA) MN Sherpa, Minister for Roads and Bridges
Department (GoS) NB Dahal, Minister for Buildings and Housing (GoS) Bhim Hang
Limboo, Political Secretary to the CM, Jacob Khaling, MLAs, DC Soreng Dhiraj
Subedi, ADC Soreng DR Bista, SDMs, SE (R&B) Tara Subba, representatives of
NHPC, and officials from the Roads and Bridges Department, Soreng.
