RASUWA: The national transmission line of the Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) has been successfully connected to Kyanjin Gompa and surrounding areas in the Langtang region of Rasuwa, bringing regular electricity supply to one of Nepal’s major trekking destinations.
According to the chief of the NEA Rasuwa Distribution Center, Gunjanman Tamang, electricity from the national grid has now reached Kyanjin Gompa in Gosaikunda Rural Municipality–4, along with nearby settlements, ensuring stable power supply in the high-altitude tourism hub.
The project, which involved an investment of around Rs 90 million, was implemented by the NEA to extend electricity access to key tourism areas including Langtang and Gosaikunda.
With the connection of the central grid, approximately 200 households in the Langtang area are now receiving electricity from the national transmission system. Local hotel operators and tourism entrepreneurs have welcomed the development, saying it will significantly improve service quality and business operations.
The availability of reliable electricity is also expected to benefit small-scale industries in the region, including a cheese factory, bakery, and other cottage industries operating in Kyanjin Valley.
Local tourism stakeholders said the new electricity supply has brought relief and optimism among residents, hotel operators, and visitors alike, as the area continues to develop as a key destination for trekkers and mountaineers.
Kyanjin Gompa, located within Langtang National Park at an altitude of around 3,870 meters, is a popular trekking destination known for its panoramic views of mountains, glaciers, and surrounding landscapes.
Previously, the area was powered by a 100-kilowatt micro-hydropower project built by the Kadoorie Foundation. However, frequent technical issues and long repair times led local authorities to coordinate with the NEA for connection to the national grid.
Ward Chair of Gosaikunda Rural Municipality–4, Dindu Lama Jangba Tamang, said the decision was made after difficulties in maintaining the micro-hydro system.
He added that efforts will now be made to synchronize and maintain the existing micro-hydro plant alongside the central grid to ensure a more stable and efficient electricity supply in the region.
Officials said the NEA is intensifying efforts to expand electricity access to remote and tourism-dependent areas across the country as part of its broader rural electrification campaign.
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