Nepal has made a major leap in its energy sector by exporting electricity worth over Rs. 17.46 billion to India and Bangladesh in Fiscal Year 2024/25. This marks a significant rise in energy trade and highlights Nepal’s growing role as a regional power exporter.
According to the Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA), around Rs. 17.19 billion worth of electricity was sold to India, while Rs. 267 million went to Bangladesh. This growth reflects smart planning, increased hydropower production, and strong cooperation with neighboring countries.
Energy Minister Deepak Khadka called this a milestone for Nepal’s economic growth and energy diplomacy. Though Nepal still imported electricity worth Rs. 12.92 billion from India, imports are decreasing each year—showing a shift from being a net importer to a net exporter.
Nepal’s trade with Bangladesh began under a tripartite agreement with India. The country is now exporting 40 MW of electricity to Bangladesh at 6.40 US cents per unit, and for the first time, Nepal is being paid in US dollars, boosting foreign currency earnings.
Nepal sends power to India through platforms like the Day-Ahead Market (DAM) and Real-Time Market (RTM), and is exporting over 700 MW daily. Electricity also flows to Bangladesh through major transmission lines like Dhalkebar–Muzaffarpur and Baharampur–Bheramara.
At the core of this success is Minister Khadka’s leadership, which has strengthened Nepal’s role in regional energy cooperation. This export boom is not only about numbers—it reflects Nepal’s rising global image, strong diplomacy, and the smart use of its natural resources.
Khadka thanked all contributors and called on everyone to support energy-led development. With continued vision and teamwork, Nepal is turning its hydropower into a foundation for national prosperity.
