Patel Engineering Emerges L1 Bidder for Rs 1,593 Cr Lower Arun Hydro Project in Nepal

Patel Engineering Limited has been declared the lowest bidder (L1) by SJVN Lower Arun Power Development Company for Package 2 of the 669 MW Lower Arun Hydro-Electric Project in Nepal. The project, located in the Sankhuwasabha district, is valued at Rs 1,593.08 crore and marks a significant international contract win for the company in the hydropower segment.

The Package-2 encompasses the execution of critical civil and hydro-mechanical works integral to the Lower Arun Hydro-Electric Project. This includes the construction of Adit-5 and Adit-6 leading to the Head Race Tunnel, as well as the Part Head Race Tunnel itself, measuring 10.5 meters in diameter and extending 5.41 kilometers. The scope further covers the Surge Shaft and its gates, the Pressure Shaft along with the Butterfly Valve Chamber and Access Adit, and the Power House, Switchyard, Surface Pothead Yard, and Tail Race Channel. Additionally, the package involves installation of steel liners for the Pressure Shafts, Draft Tube Gates and hoists, and the completion of associated road works and supporting infrastructure. Together, these components form the backbone of the project, ensuring efficient water conveyance, energy generation, and long-term operational reliability.

The project is scheduled to be completed within 54 months and the site is strategically located near Tumlingtar in Sankhuwasabha District of Nepal, approximately 264 km from Siliguri, India.

Commenting on the development, Kavita Shirvairkar, Managing Director, Patel Engineering said: "We are pleased to begin Q1 FY27 on a positive note, having been declared L1 for this important order of approximately ₹1600 Crores. Nepal holds immense hydroelectric potential, and the Lower Arun project is a significant step toward harnessing that energy for sustainable growth. For Patel Engineering Ltd., this award is not just about building infrastructure – it is about contributing to Nepal’s vision of energy independence and regional prosperity. With our ongoing work at Arun-3 Hydropower project just about 35 kms away from Lower Arun Site and our proven track record across India, we are committed to bringing world-class engineering and timely execution to Lower Arun, ensuring it becomes a benchmark for development in the region."