Energy Minister States Focus on Transmission and Distribution System Strengthening
Summary
The Energy Minister Biraj Bhakta Shrestha emphasized strengthening Nepal's electricity transmission and distribution systems, aiming to add 1040 MW to the grid next year and expand irrigation facilities significantly.
Key Points
- The government is prioritizing strengthening the electricity transmission and distribution system over generation due to aging infrastructure and rising demand.
- A total of 12 transmission lines are planned to be constructed next fiscal year with a budget of 46.25 billion rupees.
- Nepal aims to add 1040 megawatts to the national grid next year, including hydropower and solar energy sources.
- Irrigation expansion plans include increasing irrigated land by 15,776 hectares and allocating funds for underground water irrigation in the Terai-Madhesh region.
