India and Nepal Sign Agreements to Boost Power Cooperation and Cross-Border Transmission

IN NEWS — India and Nepal Sign Agreements to Boost Power Cooperation and Cross-Border Transmission

Context:
- India and Nepal have signed two major agreements to strengthen bilateral power cooperation and enhance cross-border energy connectivity.
- The agreements aim to facilitate regional energy trade and build new transmission infrastructure between the two nations.
Agreements Signed:
- The agreements were signed between India’s POWERGRID Corporation and the Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA).
- The projects include:
  - Inaruwa (Nepal) – New Purnea (India) 400 kV transmission system.
  - Lamki, Dododhara (Nepal) – Bareilly (India) 400 kV transmission system.
Implementation and Institutional Setup:
- Both countries will establish two joint venture (JV) entities, one each in India and Nepal, for developing these high-capacity transmission corridors.
Significance:
- The new transmission systems will:
  - Enhance electricity trade between India and Nepal.
  - Strengthen grid reliability and resilience across the region.
  - Support sustainable and inclusive energy growth in South Asia.
- The collaboration also reflects India’s policy of “Neighbourhood First” and promotes regional power integration.
Event Details:
- The signing ceremony took place in New Delhiin the presence of:
  - Union Minister for Power, Manohar Lal (India).
  - Nepal’s Minister for Energy, Water Resources, and Irrigation, Kulman Ghising.

Countries Involved: India and Nepal
Agencies:
- India: POWERGRID Corporation of India
- Nepal: Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA)
Projects:
1. Inaruwa (Nepal) – New Purnea (India) 400 kV Transmission Line
2. Lamki, Dododhara (Nepal) – Bareilly (India) 400 kV Transmission Line
Purpose: Enhance bilateral energy trade and grid interconnection
Policy Context: Neighbourhood First Policy, Regional Energy Cooperation

Updated – 29 Oct 2025 ; 11:40 PM | NewsOnAir