India has approved the export of up to 654 MW of electricity to Nepal for 18 hours every day until December 31, 2026. The decision follows severe flooding that damaged hydropower infrastructure and reduced Nepal’s domestic electricity generation capacity. The supply will be available from midnight to 6 pm through two cross-border transmission lines. Up to 600 MW will move through the Muzaffarpur-Dhalkebar line, while 54 MW will be supplied through the Tanakpur-Mahendranagar line.Why Is India Supplying Nepal?India’s decision will help Nepal manage its electricity requirements after recent floods damaged several hydropower facilities and transmission infrastructure. Nepal normally depends more on electricity imports from India during the dry and winter months, when domestic hydropower generation falls. The additional approval brings forward that support to address the current generation shortfall.The electricity will be supplied to the Nepal Electricity Authority through established cross-border transmission infrastructure. The arrangement is expected to provide additional support during the period when Nepal could face pressure on its domestic power supply. India has also said the move will strengthen bilateral energy cooperation between the two countries.India has approved up to 654 MW of electricity exports to Nepal.The supply will continue for 18 hours each day.The approved period runs from September 13 to December 31, 2026.Up to 600 MW will use the Muzaffarpur-Dhalkebar transmission line.Another 54 MW will move through the Tanakpur-Mahendranagar line.Floods Deepen Nepal Power ShortageRecent flooding in Nepal severely affected parts of the country’s hydropower infrastructure. Reports said damage to power projects and related infrastructure reduced Nepal’s available generation capacity, creating an additional requirement for imported electricity. The disruption came ahead of the dry season, when river flows generally decline and hydropower production becomes more challenging.Nepal had sought advance approval from India to begin importing additional electricity earlier than its usual winter requirement. The request was aimed at preventing a deeper generation deficit and maintaining reliable electricity availability. The latest approval therefore comes at a critical time for Nepal’s power sector.Also Read: Nepal Flood Death Toll Reaches 1,377 as Search and Relief Efforts ContinuePower Supply Gets Extended SupportThe approved arrangement allows Nepal to receive electricity between 12 am and 6 pm each day. The two transmission routes together provide the maximum approved capacity of 654 MW, although the actual amount supplied can depend on requirements and market arrangements. The Ministry of Power said the quantum of electricity for the period beginning January 2027 will be reviewed in December 2026.The move also highlights the importance of India-Nepal electricity trade. Both countries have been expanding cross-border power links and electricity cooperation, with Nepal increasingly exporting power to India during periods of high domestic generation and importing electricity when its own production is lower.Key HighlightsIndia approved up to 654 MW of power exports to Nepal.Electricity will be supplied for 18 hours daily until December 31.The arrangement began on September 13, 2026.Flood damage has reduced Nepal’s domestic power-generation capacity.The supply will use two major India-Nepal transmission lines.Power export requirements from January 2027 will be reviewed in December.ConclusionIndia’s approval to export up to 654 MW of electricity provides important support to Nepal during a period of reduced domestic generation. The supply will continue for 18 hours daily through December 31, helping address electricity requirements following flood-related damage. The arrangement also reflects the growing importance of cross-border energy cooperation between India and Nepal. The power quantum for 2027 will be reassessed later this year.Disclaimer: This article is intended only for knowledge purposes and to provide news information. The details are based on reported statements and official information available at the time of publication.
