Hetauda-Dhalkebar 400 kV line to come into operation after Dashain
Summary
The long-stalled Hetauda-Dhalkebar 400kV transmission line is expected to start operating soon after Dashain, boosting Nepal’s power transfer capacity and grid reliability. Officials say the line will help balance east-west electricity flows, support industrial demand and reduce power wastage during the rainy season.
Key Points
- The Hetauda-Dhalkebar 400kV transmission line is expected to come into operation immediately after Dashain.
- Only two of the 16 required towers remain unfinished, and officials say they will be completed within 10 to 15 days.
- Once charged, the line will raise transmission capacity from about 300 MW to around 2,000 MW.
- The project is expected to improve grid reliability, support industrial demand and expand electricity trade.
