Electricity worth Rs 5.92 billion exported to India in Ashoj
Summary
Nepal exported electricity worth over Rs 5.92 billion to India in Ashoj, despite a brief disruption in supply after the August 26 flood disaster. Power export to Bangladesh has also resumed through the Indian transmission line after being halted by flood damage.
Key Points
- Nepal Electricity Authority exported electricity worth over Rs 5.92 billion to India in Ashoj.
- The export volume rose even after the August 26 flood disrupted hydropower production and power supply for some time.
- The government resumed export of 40 MW power to Bangladesh through the Indian transmission line.
- Power export to Bangladesh had been interrupted after the Bhotekoshi flash flood damaged the Trishuli and Chilime Hydropower plants.
