Energy Secretary Stresses Need to End Power Wastage Due to Transmission Line Shortage
Summary
Energy Secretary Sarita Dwadi has urged an end to electricity waste caused by a shortage of transmission lines, calling for balanced growth in generation, transmission, distribution and demand. She also pressed for higher domestic consumption, stronger cross-border power trade and better service delivery from the Nepal Electricity Authority.
Key Points
- Sarita Dwadi said electricity waste due to insufficient transmission lines must end and urged balance between generation, transmission, distribution and demand.
- She called for expanded domestic power use in industry, agriculture, irrigation, transport and homes to help reduce the trade deficit.
- Dwadi said Nepal’s electricity trade with India is expanding and a new chapter of trade with Bangladesh has begun.
- She stressed institutional reform, good governance, transparency and reliable consumer service at the Nepal Electricity Authority.
