In a major boost to bilateral energy cooperation, India’s Ministry of Power has cleared the export of up to 654 MW of electricity to Nepal for 18 hours daily (00:00 hours to 18:00 hours). The decision, effective from September 13 to December 31, 2026, aims to help the neighboring country overcome a severe domestic power deficit caused by recent natural disasters.

Under the approved plan, the Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) will receive up to 600 MW via the 400 kV D/c Muzaffarpur–Dhalkebar cross-border transmission line. An additional supply of up to 54 MW will be funneled through the 132 kV S/c Tanakpur–Mahendranagar line.

Officials stated that the quantum of power scheduled for export beyond January 2027 will undergo a detailed review in December 2026.

The emergency clearance comes as severe flooding across Nepal inflicted heavy damage on its domestic hydropower infrastructure, significantly cutting the nation’s generation capacity and creating an urgent supply deficit.

Reaffirming New Delhi's commitment to assisting Kathmandu during the ongoing crisis, the Ministry of Power highlighted that the move would help stabilize Nepal's immediate energy grid while further cementing the long-standing energy partnership between both nations