India-Nepal Sign Landmark Power Agreements | 30 Oct 2025

Source: ET

India and Nepal have signed two major power cooperation agreements to develop new 400 kilovolt (kV) cross-border transmission lines.

  • The agreements were signed between India’s POWERGRID and the Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA).  They cover the development of two major 400 kV transmission systems:
    • Inaruwa (Nepal) – New Purnea (Bihar, India) transmission line.
    • Lamki, Dododhara (Nepal) – Bareilly (Uttar Pradesh, India) transmission line.
    • The projects aim to boost power trade capacity and strengthen regional grid connectivity, by promoting cleaner and more reliable energy exchange.
  • Significance: It enhances energy security, strengthens India–Nepal bilateral ties, and supports regional energy integration under India’s Neighborhood First Policy.
    • It helps Nepal tap into its hydropower potential while allowing India to meet rising energy demand sustainably.

Read more: Building a Resilient India–Nepal Relationship