July 13, 2026 — Around 50 hydropower plants are currently under construction in Kyrgyzstan, according to a report released by the press service of the President of Kyrgyzstan.
Photo source: Press Service of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan
The announcement followed President Sadyr Zhaparov’s participation in the official capsule-laying ceremony for the construction of the Kazarman hydropower plant cascade in the Toguz-Toro district during his working visit to the Jalal-Abad region.
“Over the past five years, around 50 small and medium-sized hydropower plants have been built in the country. Currently, the construction of approximately 50 HPPs is underway. In addition, projects for the construction of solar and wind power plants are being implemented,” Zhaparov said.
The president noted that construction is also ongoing at the Sary-Tash and Kapchygai small hydropower plants, as well as the Chatkal HPP cascade, which has a total installed capacity of 145 MW.
“After the completion of these projects, the existing electricity deficit may not be fully eliminated; however, we will significantly move forward in the direction of reducing it,” Zhaparov said.
He emphasized that the development of the electric power sector is essential for the country’s sustainable growth.
“Without the development of the electric power sector, it is impossible to ensure the sustainable development of the country. Neither industrial enterprises nor social facilities can operate without a reliable electricity supply,” the Kyrgyz president said.
Kyrgyzstan’s accelerated hydropower development reflects efforts to address a growing electricity shortage and strengthen long-term energy security. As industrial activity expands and new enterprises require stable power supplies, increasing domestic generation capacity has become a strategic priority.
The construction of new hydropower facilities, along with solar and wind energy projects, is expected to support diversification of the country’s energy sector. While hydropower remains the backbone of Kyrgyzstan’s electricity system, renewable energy projects may help improve supply stability and reduce pressure on existing generation facilities.
