National grid electricity reaches remote Hatiya in Sankhuwasabha
Summary
The Nepal Electricity Authority has extended the national power grid to Hatiya in Sankhuwasabha, improving electricity access for residents, offices, health facilities and local businesses. The authority is also preparing to connect Kimathanka within the current fiscal year.
Key Points
- The Nepal Electricity Authority has extended the national electricity grid to Hatiya in Bhotkhola Rural Municipality-3, northern Sankhuwasabha.
- The grid is expected to provide more reliable power to residents, government offices, health institutions, grain mills and cottage industries.
- Hatiya had previously depended on a micro-hydropower project for electricity.
- The NEA is also working to extend the grid to Kimathanka, another remote settlement bordering China.
