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RANGAMATI, July 08, 2026 (BSS) – Power generation at the Kaptai Hydroelectric Power Plant has increased to 144 megawatts (MW) as all five generating units resumed operation following a rise in the water level of Kaptai Lake due to continuous rainfall and hill runoff.

Kaptai Hydroelectric Power Plant Manager Engineer Mahmud Hasan confirmed the development to BSS today, saying that all five units of the plant have been operating simultaneously since 6:00 pm yesterday (Tuesday) after overcoming water shortages.

“Continuous rainfall over the past several days and runoff from upstream hill areas have significantly increased the water level of Kaptai Lake . . .  As the plant is entirely dependent on water availability, we have been able to restart all five units to maintain power generation,” he added.

The control room said the water level in Kaptai Lake was recorded at 79.86 feet Mean Sea Level (MSL) as of yesterday’s 8:00 pm. Under the rule curve, the expected water level at this time of the year is 84.96 feet MSL. 

Although the current level remains below the guideline, it is sufficient to sustain power generation, it mentioned.

“The plant is currently generating 144 MW of electricity from its five units. Units 1 and 2 are producing 32 MW each, generating a combined 64 MW, while Unit 3 is producing 30 MW. Units 4 and 5 are generating 25 MW each, contributing a total of 50 MW,” the control room sources added.

The electricity generated is being supplied to the national grid, helping strengthen the country's power supply.

Officials said the plant has an installed generation capacity of 242 MW. 
The power generation would reach its maximum capacity if the lake’s water level continues to rise, they hoped.