Industrialists reject NEA’s controversial charges, cite lack of evidence
Summary
Nepal's leading industrialists reject Nepal Electricity Authority's disputed electricity charges due to lack of evidence, warning of national economic risks and potential job losses.
Key Points
- A coalition of Nepal's leading industrialists refuses to pay disputed electricity charges demanded by Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) due to lack of proof.
- The dispute affects over 30 major industries and threatens over 15,000 direct jobs amid economic downturn.
- Industrialists demand liability determination based on transparent evidence including TOD meter data and Lal Commission reports.
- The coalition warns that aggressive power cuts could cause massive industrial losses and harm government revenue, urging respect for rule of law and administrative procedures.
