Nepal Electricity Authority Manages Peak Demand During Laxmi Puja, Exports Power to India
Summary
Nepal Electricity Authority said it successfully managed peak electricity demand during Laxmi Puja and exported 587 megawatts to India while keeping the system free of interruptions. The authority credited coordinated efforts by staff, management and consumers despite disruptions from natural disasters.
Key Points
- Nepal Electricity Authority managed peak demand during Laxmi Puja and exported electricity to India without any system interruption.
- Peak demand reached 1,813 megawatts at 6:15 PM, while total system load stood at 2,400 megawatts.
- Energy Minister Biraj Bhakta Shrestha praised the authority’s staff, management and consumers for handling the situation despite natural disaster damage.
- The authority said teams and equipment were kept on standby nationwide to quickly address any technical problems.
