Energy Minister Directs Nepal Electricity Authority Towards Results-Oriented Performance
Summary
Energy Minister Viraj Shrestha has directed the Nepal Electricity Authority to improve service reliability, customer care, and results-oriented performance. He also urged faster reconstruction of disaster-damaged power projects and stronger coordination to ensure round-the-clock electricity supply.
Key Points
- Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation Minister Viraj Shrestha instructed the Nepal Electricity Authority to prioritize reliable, quality and customer-centric electricity service.
- He stressed transparent and efficient use of resources, stronger governance, and better coordination among the ministry, the Authority and related bodies.
- The minister called for faster expansion of transmission lines, improvement of the distribution system, and reconstruction of projects damaged by disasters.
- Acting Secretary Dr. Jagdish Karmacharya said the new Executive Director Dirghayukumar Shrestha was appointed based on expertise and qualifications, and should address disaster-related challenges effectively.
