Govt prepares alternative power management after Bhote Koshi floods disrupt 430 MW
Summary
Flooding in the Bhote Koshi River has knocked 430 MW of electricity off Nepal’s national grid, disrupting supply to Kathmandu and increasing pressure on alternative transmission lines. The government and Nepal Electricity Authority are preparing backup power arrangements and underground grid upgrades ahead of the winter demand peak.
Key Points
- Flooding in the Bhote Koshi River damaged hydropower projects and removed 430 MW from the national grid.
- Electricity supply through the Trishuli Corridor to Kathmandu’s Balaju and Chapali areas has been disrupted.
- The Ministry of Energy, Water Resources, and Irrigation is preparing alternative supply systems for winter peak demand.
- Discussions were held with the Department of Roads and Kathmandu Metropolitan City on underground power grids and improved distribution reliability.
