Kathmandu- India has approved the export of up to 654 MW of electricity to Nepal to help address the country’s power requirements following significant damage to hydropower infrastructure caused by recent floods and landslides.
India’s Ministry of Power has authorized the export of electricity to the Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) for 18 hours a day, from 12:00 midnight to 6:00 PM, from September 13 to December 31, 2026.
According to India’s Press Information Bureau (PIB), up to 600 MW can be exported through the Muzaffarpur–Dhalkebar 400 kV double-circuit transmission line, while up to 54 MW can be supplied through the Tanakpur–Mahendranagar 132 kV single-circuit line.
Recent floods have caused extensive damage to hydropower projects and related infrastructure in Nepal, reducing domestic electricity generation capacity and creating an additional need for power imports.
The Indian government said the approval will help Nepal meet its electricity requirements during the difficult period and further strengthen the longstanding energy cooperation between Nepal and India.
The quantum of electricity to be exported to Nepal from January 2027 will be reviewed in December 2026, according to the Ministry of Power.
India has also reiterated its commitment to supporting Nepal and strengthening bilateral cooperation in the energy sector.
