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A feather in the cap of Bhutanese engineers

May 17, 2025 2 mins read
A feather in the cap of Bhutanese engineers

The 18MW Suchhu Hydropower Project in Sombaykha, Haa will be remembered as a monumental milestone not only for the people of Haa but for the entire nation. This achievement stands as a source of immense pride for Bhutan, marking the first fully indigenous hydropower endeavor—designed, engineered, and constructed exclusively by Bhutanese hands.

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