The Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) and Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL) inked the pact in New Delhi. The projects include 400 kV transmission lines connecting Inaruwa–Purnia and Lamki–Bareilly, aimed at improving energy exchange and grid reliability. The lines will be financed through 80% debt and 20% equity, shared between NEA and Power Grid.

Energy Minister Kulman Ghising said the projects will boost Nepal’s electricity exports to India and beyond. India’s Power Minister Manohar Lal Khattar noted the initiative will strengthen regional energy security and economic growth. Each country will build its respective sections through joint venture firms.

Currently, the Dhalkebar–Muzaffarpur line is the only operational 400 kV link between the two nations. With India agreeing to buy 10,000 MW from Nepal over the next decade, the new transmission lines will be vital to achieving this target.

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Speaking at the curtain-raiser for the 8th International Solar Alliance (ISA) Assembly, Joshi said the event, scheduled for October 27-30 in New Delhi, will focus on expanding solar energy, green finance, and technology roadmaps. ISA unites 124 countries to promote global solar cooperation.

Joshi highlighted government programs like PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, benefiting over 20 lakh households, and PM-KUSUM, supporting solar pumps and small solar plants. He said these schemes bring clean energy to rural areas and empower farmers.

Santosh Kumar Sarangi, Secretary of the Ministry, said India ranks third in total renewable energy and second in solar module manufacturing after China. He also noted India’s progress in green hydrogen, targeting five million tonnes of production by 2031.

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