India approves additional 654 MW power exports to Nepal
Summary
India has approved the export of up to 654 MW of electricity to Nepal for 18 hours a day until December 31 after floods damaged key hydropower projects and transmission infrastructure. The move is expected to help Nepal cover winter power shortages while bilateral energy cooperation continues to expand.
Key Points
- India will export up to 654 MW of electricity to Nepal for 18 hours a day from September 13 to December 31.
- The approval comes after floods in the Bhotekoshi River damaged multiple hydropower projects and caused a power shortfall of 350 MW to 400 MW.
- Nepal Electricity Authority said the additional power will help address expected winter shortages.
- Nepal and India are also expanding cross-border electricity trade and transmission infrastructure under broader energy cooperation plans.
