The difference in elevation between the dam and the power station affords the project a hydraulic head of 860 m (2,822 ft).

Preliminary construction on the project began in 1997 and major works were underway by 1999.

were designed and manufactured by Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL), at their various factories in India.

[3] The project cost was about US$900 million and was financed by India through grants.

All of the electricity generated is exported to India through three 400kV transmission lines.