Gilgit, Feb. 9 -- A recent investigation into the 2 MW Bale Gowand Hydropower Project on the Hoshe River in Pakistan-occupied Gilgit Baltistan, has revealed major issues with its construction and planning, according to a report by Pamir Times.

Initiated under the 2012 Annual Development Program (ADP) at a cost of Pakistani Rupees (PKR) 395.324 million, the project began construction in 2014 and was completed in 2022. However, just two months after completion, cracks appeared in the power channel and four bays, leading to water leakage and a drop in power generation, Pamir Times reported.

A three-member committee, formed under the chairmanship of Engineer Zia-ur-Rehman, visited the site and submitted a detailed report, as reported by Pam...