India to supply daily 654 MW power to Nepal
Summary
India will supply Nepal with 654 megawatts of electricity daily until December 31, with power routed through the Muzaffarpur-Dhalkebar and Tanakpur-Mahendranagar transmission lines. The move comes as flooding in Rasuwa disrupted hydropower infrastructure and prompted India to reiterate its support for Nepal's energy sector.
Key Points
- India has decided to supply 654 MW of electricity daily to Nepal until December 31.
- Up to 600 MW will come through the Muzaffarpur-Dhalkebar 400 kV double-circuit line, and 54 MW through the Tanakpur-Mahendranagar 132 kV line.
- The decision follows flood damage to hydropower infrastructure in Rasuwa on August 27.
- India said it remains committed to supporting Nepal and strengthening bilateral energy cooperation.
