Govt plans alternative power supply after Bhotekoshi flood
Summary
The government is preparing alternative electricity supply arrangements after the Bhotekoshi flood disrupted transmission infrastructure and cut around 430 megawatts from the national grid. The NEA is planning contingency measures, including underground transmission lines in Kathmandu and a taskforce to manage winter demand.
Key Points
- Around 430MW of electricity generation has been disconnected from the national transmission system after the Bhotekoshi flood damaged power infrastructure.
- The Ministry of Energy and Nepal Electricity Authority are developing alternative supply arrangements, especially for the winter season.
- Officials are considering additional underground transmission lines in Kathmandu as a short-term contingency measure.
- A taskforce is being planned to manage electricity demand and reduce pressure on transmission lines in the Kathmandu Valley.
