Kathmandu University-School of Engineering and Chilime Engineering and Services Company Ltd. (ChesCo) signed an MoU on 18th January, 2018. In the agreement signing program, ChesCo was represented by the CEO of this company, Dr. Prashant Mandal and KU-SOE, by the Dean, Prof. Bhupendra Bimal Chhetri. The program was attended by the representatives from Department of Mechanical Engineering, Turbine Testing Lab and Technical Training Center.
The MoU is aimed towards collaboration for services related to electro-mechanical and hydro-mechanical issues of hydro power sector.
The post MoU discussion focused on planning of activities under the scope of the MoU. It is agreed to conduct an interaction program between work groups representing both institutions, identity and execute a pilot project on repair and maintenance of a hydro power plant in Nepal, and develop relevant training packages. Both intuitions agreed to carry a long term vision to develop a consulting unit to provide professional services on operation and maintenance of hydro power sector. The program was co-ordinated by Dr. Biraj Singh Thapa, Assis. Prof., DoME, KU.
MoU signing program at Mini- Auditorium, KU
Prof. Chhetri and Dr. Mandal signing the MoU documents
Prof. Chhetri and Dr. Mandal exchanging the MoU document files
Dr. Mandal visiting TTL floor along with his associate facilitated by Dr. Thapa