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15/07/2025

02/07/2025

Excited to share the latest construction progress from the Balakot Hydropower Project (300MW) – a milestone in Pakistan’s journey towards clean and affordable energy! 🇵🇰⚡

This project, being built near Balakot, is the biggest ever hydropower initiative under the KP government. With an estimated cost of Rs85 billion and financial assistance from the Asian Development Bank, Balakot HPP is set to be completed in 6 years. Once operational, it will generate 300MW of renewable energy, providing a major boost to our national grid and supporting sustainable development in the region.

26/06/2025

Milestone Reached at Mohmand Dam - 800MW

About a month ago, the main dam filling of the Mohmand Dam Hydropower Project officially commenced — marking a significant advancement in one of Pakistan’s most critical infrastructure projects.

This key development brings the country closer to realizing the full benefits of the 800 MW project, including clean energy generation, improved irrigation, and enhanced flood control.

A true testament to progress under the vision of sustainable development and water security.

21/06/2025

Mohmand Dam Project – Progress Update (800MW)

Latest construction progress from the Mohmand Dam, one of Pakistan’s most vital water and energy infrastructure projects!

Located on River Swat in the Tribal District Mohmand, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the 213-meter-high dam is set to become the 5th highest Concrete-Faced Rockfill Dam (CFRD) in the world. With a storage capacity of 1.29 MAF, it will irrigate 18,233 acres of new land and enhance water supply to 160,000 acres of existing farmland.
The dam will generate 800 MW of clean hydropower, adding 2.86 billion units of affordable electricity to the national grid every year.
It will also help control floods in Peshawar, Charsadda, and Nowshera, and provide 300 million gallons of drinking water daily to Peshawar city.

Check out these latest on-site photos showing steady and determined progress by the teams working round-the-clock. A major step towards a water-secure and energy-resilient Pakistan.

17/06/2025

🔷 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐌𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐭 𝐁𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐤𝐨𝐭 𝐇𝐲𝐝𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭!

On May 23, the downstream section of the A3 diversion tunnel at the Balakot Hydropower Station officially commenced. The current phase includes 89.91 meters of tunnel excavation, marking a significant advancement that will serve as a slag discharge channel for the regulating well and pressure shaft, enhancing overall construction efficiency and safety.
As the largest hydropower project planned by the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Energy Development Authority, Balakot Hydropower Station will feature a 300MW installed capacity with three mixed-flow turbines. Upon completion, it will contribute to alleviating the regional power shortage and increasing Pakistan’s share of clean, renewable energy.

Credits: Energy China Pakistan

02/06/2025

The dam embankment phase is officially underway at the Mohmand Hydropower Project — a major stride in one of Pakistan’s most vital infrastructure efforts! 🇵🇰

Built by China Gezhouba Group, this 213-meter-high rockfill dam stands as a symbol of engineering excellence and China-Pakistan collaboration. 🇨🇳🤝🇵🇰

Once completed, Mohmand Dam will:
🔋 Generate 2.86 billion kWh annually
🌾 Irrigate 16,700+ hectares of land
🚰 Provide 140 million m³ of clean water
🌊 Strengthen flood protection
👷‍♂️ Create nearly 6,000 jobs

This milestone not only accelerates construction — it powers hope for a sustainable, self-reliant future.
Source: Energy China Pakistan

23/05/2025

Major Construction Milestone Achieved at Diamer Bhasha Dam 🇵🇰

According to the latest update from the project spokesperson, significant progress has been made in the construction of the Diamer Bhasha Dam—a landmark infrastructure project for Pakistan.

The Frontier Works Organization (FWO) has successfully completed the excavation of 2.5 million cubic meters from the left abutment, which stands at 185 meters high and 120 meters wide.

🛠️ Foundation and Right Abutment Progressing Rapidly

Excavation is actively underway at the main dam foundation.

61% of excavation on the right abutment has been completed.

The dam foundation excavation is expected to be completed very soon. Construction is ongoing day and night across 17 active sites, highlighting the project's fast pace and national importance.

🏗️ Key Project Features:

🌍 World’s largest Roller-Compacted Concrete (RCC) dam

🏔️ Height: 272 meters

💧 Storage Capacity: 8.1 million acre-feet

🌾 Irrigation Potential: 1.23 million acres

⚡ Power Generation: 4,500 MW

🔌 Annual Output: 18 billion units of clean, low-cost hydropower

Diamer Bhasha Dam is not only a feat of engineering but also a crucial step towards energy security, water conservation, and agricultural growth in Pakistan.

14/05/2025

25/04/2025

On April 25th, a major breakthrough was achieved at the Balakot Hydropower Project — the inlet and outlet cofferdams of the diversion tunnel were successfully completed! This marks a critical step toward reaching the 2025 diversion milestone. 🚧⚙️

💪 Despite facing tough geological conditions, the dedicated construction team overcame challenges through: 🔹 Innovative use of rubble concrete structures
🔹 Real-time monitoring for dynamic plan adjustments
🔹 Efficient application of modern construction equipment

This progress is a true reflection of smart, cost-effective engineering and the strength of China-Pakistan collaboration. 🇵🇰🤝🇨🇳

Together, through technical coordination and unwavering teamwork, both nations are lighting the path toward a brighter, sustainable energy future.