Sanjen Jalavidhyut Company Limited

Sanjen Jalavidhyut Company Limited (NEPSE: SJCL) develops and operates cascade run-of-river hydroelectric projects in Rasuwa district, Nepal. The company operates two complementary facilities: the 14.8 MW Sanjen (Upper) Hydroelectric Project (SUHEP) on the Sanjen River, which commenced commercial operations on October 8, 2023, and the 42.5 MW Sanjen Hydroelectric Project (SHEP) that began operating on December 16, 2024. SHEP utilizes tailwater from SUHEP, creating a cascade configuration that maximizes water utilization efficiency. Combined, the projects generate approximately 337.8 GWh annually. Both projects have signed power purchase agreements with Nepal Electricity Authority at rates of NPR 4.80 per unit during the 8-month wet season and NPR 8.40 per unit during the 4-month dry season. The projects connect to the national grid via the 220 kV Chilime-Trishuli transmission line. Sanjen Jalavidhyut was founded in 2010 and is promoted by Chilime Hydropower Company Limited, with support from Nepal Electricity Authority. The company is headquartered in Dhumbarahi, Kathmandu, Nepal.

Key Facts

Sanjen (Upper) Hydroelectric Project capacity and COD

14.8 MW, Sanjen River, Rasuwa district, operational since October 8, 2023

Sanjen Hydroelectric Project capacity and COD

42.5 MW, cascade system using SUHEP tailwater, Rasuwa district, operational since December 16, 2024

Total installed capacity

57.3 MW across two cascade projects

Annual energy generation

Approximately 337.8 GWh (SUHEP: 85.87 GWh, SHEP: 251.94 GWh)

Power Purchase Agreement with NEA

Signed at NPR 4.80/unit (8-month wet season) and NPR 8.40/unit (4-month dry season)

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