Power Restored to Nuwakot Areas After BhoteKoshi Flood

Summary

Electricity has been restored to several flood-affected areas of Nuwakot through alternative transmission lines after the BhoteKoshi River flood damaged the regular system. Nepal Electricity Authority teams are working to repair infrastructure and bring more lines back into operation by evening.

Key Points
  • Nepal Electricity Authority has restored power to several Nuwakot areas through alternative transmission lines after the BhoteKoshi flood damaged the regular supply system.
  • Electricity is being supplied to KharaniTar, Samundratar, Chaugada, Likhu, Panchakanya and Bidur through an alternative line from Sindhupalchok.
  • Alternative arrangements have also been made for parts of Trishuli via the Salyantar substation in Dhading.
  • Energy Minister Biraj Bhakta Shrestha directed officials to intensify rescue and restoration work in the flood-hit areas.
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