NEA cuts power supply to 18 more industries over outstanding dues
Summary
The Nepal Electricity Authority has cut power supply to 18 more industries due to outstanding dues exceeding Rs 8 billion, following a public notice and previous disconnections.
Key Points
- Nepal Electricity Authority cut power to 18 industries for unpaid dues on dedicated and trunk line services.
- Previously, power supply was already cut to six other industries for similar reasons.
- Total outstanding dues of these industries exceed Rs 8 billion.
- Some companies are paying in installments, others have initiated legal actions, with claims about usage of dedicated or trunk lines.
- NEA's action follows a public notice issued on September 28 with a 21-day payment deadline, in line with Electricity Tariff Collection Rules, 2078 BS.
