Meva-Chang transmission line land acquisition has begun in Taplejung district as the District Administration Office issues a notice for tower pad sites.
The District Administration Office, Taplejung in Koshi Province first published a land acquisition notice on 15 October 2026 for the Meva-Chang (Dhungesanghu) 132 kV transmission line being built by Rastriya Prasaran Grid Company Limited.
Meva-Chang Transmission Line Land Details
Land is to be acquired for tower pads of the 132 kV transmission line. Persons whose land, houses, or structures fall in the acquisition area and who have not received compensation may contact the company office in Taplejung with copies of their citizenship certificate, land ownership certificate, and tax receipt within 15 days of publication, by 30 October 2026.
The notice table lists four tower locations in Dhungesanghu ward 1, Taplejung, with plot areas of about 324, 253, 190.04, and 236 square metres as printed in the notice. The specific plot sizes are given as printed, and affected owners should verify their parcels against the official table.
Land acquisition for transmission tower pads is a critical step in power line construction. The notice ensures that affected landowners have a clear window to claim compensation with the required documents. Timely compensation helps avoid disputes and keeps the Meva-Chang transmission line project on schedule for the benefit of the region.
The Rastriya Prasaran Grid Company Limited is responsible for building high voltage transmission infrastructure across Nepal. The Meva-Chang line will strengthen the power grid in the Taplejung area of Koshi Province, supporting reliable electricity supply for local communities and future development needs.
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