India has pledged to supply Nepal with 654 megawatts of electricity daily to address urgent energy needs following severe glacial floods. The floods, which occurred in late June, caused extensive damage to Nepal’s hydropower projects, disrupting power generation and leaving thousands without reliable electricity. The Indian government announced the support as part of a humanitarian and regional cooperation effort, emphasizing the importance of cross-border energy collaboration during crises.
The floods, triggered by heavy monsoon rains, affected several districts in Nepal, particularly in the mountainous regions. Many hydropower plants were damaged or rendered inoperable, leading to a sharp decline in power output. Nepal’s energy ministry confirmed that the country’s power generation capacity has dropped by over 40% in the affected areas. India’s offer of emergency electricity is expected to last for at least two weeks, with plans to assess long-term energy solutions.
Officials from both countries are working to coordinate the distribution of power and ensure that the affected communities receive uninterrupted supply. The move has been welcomed as a sign of solidarity, though Nepal’s government has also called for international aid to support recovery efforts. The situation highlights the vulnerability of Nepal’s energy infrastructure to extreme weather events and the need for improved disaster preparedness.
