Nepal exports 1,015 megawatts of electricity on Laxmi Pooja

Summary

Nepal exported 1,015 megawatts of electricity on Laxmi Pooja as domestic electricity demand peaked at 1,650 megawatts during the festival.

Key Points
  • Nepal exported a total of 1,015 megawatts of electricity on Laxmi Pooja.
  • The country's peak electricity demand reached 1,650 megawatts Monday evening.
  • This year’s peak demand was 48 megawatts higher than last year's Laxmi Pooja.
  • Increased electricity use was due to festive lighting in homes, temples, and streets.
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