Yungichhu
Hydropower
Project Overview
Yunigchhu Hydropower Project is a run-of-river scheme in the scenic Ungaar Village, Lhuntse, Bhutan. With a capacity of 32 MW, the project is designed to complement Bhutan's existing hydropower infrastructure while preserving the region's unique cultural and environmental heritage.
NexGen Hydro Consult provided design consultancy for the project's civil works and , ensuring seamless integration with the surrounding landscape. The project was commissioned in 2026.
Client
Druk Hydro Energy Limited (DHyE)
Capacity
32 MW (2 × 16 MW )
Status
Under Operations
Our Role
Design & Engineering Consultancy
Engineering Excellence
Our engineers developed tailored design and engineering solutions for the Yungichhu Hydropower Project, combining technical innovation with environmentally responsible practices to address the site's unique characteristics.
- Layout optimization & Hydraulic design
- Structural & geo-techinical design
- Interference engineering with HM, EM & Civil
Project Impact
Yungichhu will supply clean energy to eastern Bhutan and support sustainable economic development while protecting the region's natural beauty.
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