Modernization of Tajikistan’ fourth in power hydroelectric power plant – Sarband HPP – is going on, according to the Asian Development Bank (ADB Tajikistan Resident Mission (TJRM).  

These works are being carried out due a US$136 grant awarded to Tajikistan by the Asian Development Bank. 

More efficient turbines, generators and other equipment have been installed at the plant.  It is expected that after rehabilitation, the generation capacity of the Sarband HPP will increase from 240 MW to 270 MW, according to ADB TJRM. 

The project that consists of stages provided for modernization of hydraulic units 1, 2 and 5 as well as overhaul of hydraulic units 3 and 6.  .

The project was supposed to be finished this year.  

ADB’s first assistance to Tajikistan was in 1998 to support post-conflict reconstruction. Since then, ADB has mobilized over $1.8 billion for the country, including more than $1.3 billion in grants. The assistance has helped improve the country’s transport and energy infrastructure, support social development, expand agricultural production, and strengthen regional cooperation and trade.