Kathmandu, Oct. 24 -- The necessary steps for the development of the Humla Karnali Second Hydropower Project, which boasts a total capacity of 335 MW, have commenced in the economically lagging Humla district.

Currently, the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is in progress. The Ministry of Forests and Environment has initiated the EIA based on recommendations from the Ministry of Energy, Water Resources, and Irrigation. The Ruru Hydropower Project will oversee the construction. This project will be situated in the Kharpunath and Sarkegad Rural Municipalities of Humla.

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