Kathmandu: The government has stepped up preparations to minimize electricity disruptions during the monsoon season by mobilizing additional technical personnel and equipment across the country to respond swiftly to faults in the power distribution system.
The Ministry of Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation (MoEWRI) said it has placed an adequate number of skilled workers, maintenance teams and technical equipment on standby to address potential power outages caused by heavy rainfall, strong winds and other weather-related incidents.
According to the ministry, continuous efforts are underway to maintain a stable electricity supply by strengthening the distribution network, improving system reliability and carrying out necessary technical upgrades before the peak monsoon period.
The ministry noted that extreme weather conditions—including heavy rain, thunderstorms and strong winds—often damage transmission and distribution infrastructure, resulting in temporary power interruptions. To reduce such risks, priority has been given to replacing aging transformers, installing higher-capacity transformers in areas with growing electricity demand, upgrading breaker panels and improving other critical components of the power distribution network.
Electricity demand typically rises during the summer months as households and businesses increase the use of fans, air conditioners, refrigerators and other electrical appliances. The growing adoption of electric vehicles has also contributed to higher power consumption, placing additional pressure on the distribution system.
To ensure prompt response to service disruptions, the ministry has instructed No-Light response units, substation chiefs, provincial offices and distribution branch officials to immediately inform consumers about outages and expedite repair works. Authorities have also been directed to respond quickly to customer complaints and restore electricity supply in the shortest possible time.
The ministry has urged consumers whose complaints remain unaddressed by local offices to report the issue through its hotline number 1151. It warned that employees who neglect consumer complaints or fail to perform their duties in accordance with existing laws will face disciplinary action.
The government’s preparedness comes as Nepal enters the peak monsoon season, when landslides, floods and severe weather frequently damage electricity infrastructure. Officials say proactive maintenance, rapid deployment of technical teams and improved coordination are expected to help reduce the duration and frequency of power outages while ensuring a more reliable electricity supply throughout the rainy season.
