Tamakoshi River


The Tamakoshi River is part of the Koshi or Sapt Koshi river system in Nepalese Himalayas. It originates from Rongshar Chu und Lapchi Gang rivers close to the Nepal-Tibet border. It flows in southern direction through Bagmati Pradesh in Nepal, namely through Dolakha District and Ramechhap District.

Hydropower

Two hydropower stations benefit from Tamakoshi River. Just above the confluence of Rolwaling Chu Upper Tamakoshi Hydroelectric Project is currently being constructed, it is projected be the largest hydroelectric plant in Nepal, with a power output equivalent to two-thirds of Nepal's current power generation.
Down the river, Khimti Power Plant, which was built between 1996 and 2000 is located in Khimti providing 60 MW.