Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) has started exporting electricity to India from Saturday night. NEA spokesperson Rajabhai Silpakar said that due to recent rainfall, water flow in rivers increased, which helped boost electricity production.
On the first night, Nepal exported 200 megawatts of electricity. In the following days, more than 150 megawatts have been sent daily. This is a relief for NEA, which has been suffering big losses by importing expensive electricity from India and selling it cheaply inside Nepal.
Currently, Nepal’s evening power demand reaches up to 1,950 megawatts. NEA says the country is now producing nearly 1,925 megawatts—almost equal to the peak demand. However, during some peak hours, Nepal still imports power. On Tuesday, 278 megawatts were imported from India.
This year, Nepal imported up to 1,000 megawatts during the dry season. But in the rainy season, the country often produces enough electricity to sell it. Since last year, Nepal has exported more electricity than it imports, becoming a net power exporter.
Daily Power Export to India
Saturday – 200 MW
Sunday – 175 MW
Monday – 170 MW
Tuesday – 150 MW
This is a positive step for Nepal’s economy and energy sector, showing how the country is using its natural water resources for regional trade.
