ON 30 September, flooding occurred at the No 2 Biluchaung Hydropower Plant due to overflow of Bilu Creek. The Kayah State government and departmental officials have worked together to prevent further water influx into the plant.

Yesterday morning, Kayah State Chief Minister U Zaw Myo Tin visited the No 2 Biluchaung Hydropower Plant (Lawpita) to inspect the flood prevention arrangements and the ongoing water removal operations inside the facility. The Chief Minister also presented cash rewards to the Tatmadaw members, police, factory workers, and other volunteers who actively participated in the flood prevention efforts.

Additionally, the Chief Minister provided a satellite internet receiver, with assistance from the regional government, to sustain communication with the No 2 plant.

He then visited the flooded area between the No 1 and No 2 plants, inspecting the construction activities for a new dam that involved four backhoes, along with the collaborative efforts of Tatmadaw members, departmental staff, and local villagers. The Chief Minister emphasized the importance of maintaining safety at the construction site and managing water flow into the creek, while also rewarding those who contributed to the efforts.

The team further examined the area where water was being diverted into the old Bilu Creek channel by temporarily opening the concrete drain that connects the No 1 and No 2 plants, in order to reduce flooding.

Afterward, they visited the Lawdalay Station Hospital (16-bed), where the medical officer in charge detailed the healthcare services and requirements of the facility. The Chief Minister instructed that more staff be appointed and that necessary medicines and medical equipment be supplied to the hospital.

Arrangements are currently being made to reduce water levels at the No 2 Biluchaung Hydropower Plant following the flooding that occurred on 30 September.

— Kayah State IPRD/TMT

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