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Koldam Hydropower Station, often called Koldam, is an impressive embankment dam located on the Sutlej River near Barmana in Himachal Pradesh, just 18 kilometers from Bilaspur along the Chandigarh-Manali Highway (NH-21). The main purpose of this dam is to generate hydroelectric power, supporting an 800 MW power station. The project was first planned in the mid-1960s, with construction starting in 2004 and the reservoir filling up beginning in December 2013. Although there were some delays due to geological and environmental issues, the hydropower plant was fully operational by June 2015, making it a remarkable engineering feat in the area. Surrounded by beautiful natural scenery, the dam is a popular spot for picnics and attracts many visitors. For anyone interested in exploring unique sites, Koldam Damsightseeing in Bilaspur offers stunning views of both the dam and the serene reservoir, highlighting the amazing combination of nature and human creativity.