India approves electricity export to flood-hit Nepal
India approves electricity export to flood-hit Nepal
IN · Published Sep 14, 2026
The Indian Ministry of Power has approved the export of up to 654 MW of electricity to Nepal to address the country's power shortage caused by recent floods. The export will occur daily from midnight to 6 pm, starting from 13 September and continuing until 31 December
The power will be transmitted through the Muzaffarpur-Dhalkebar 400 kV double-circuit line (600 MW) and the Tanakpur-Mahendranagar 132 kV single-circuit line (54 MW). This decision comes as Nepal's hydropower infrastructure has been significantly damaged by the floods, reducing its domestic power generation capacity.

Impact & Risks

The floods in Nepal have severely impacted the country's hydropower infrastructure, leading to a significant reduction in electricity generation. This has created an urgent need for external power supply to meet the energy demands of the affected regions. The Indian government's decision to export electricity is expected to alleviate the power shortage and support Nepal's recovery efforts. However, the long-term impact on Nepal's energy sector and the potential for further disruptions remain concerns.

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