National Grid Company Signs Major Grid Connection Agreement with Five Hydropower Developers

The National Transmission Grid Company Limited has signed a significant grid connection agreement with five major hydropower development companies. The agreement was formalized during a special ceremony held on Tuesday in the presence of Minister for Energy, Water Resources, and Irrigation, Deepak Khadka.

The agreement was signed by Engineer Sagar Shrestha, CEO of the National Grid Company, along with representatives from the participating hydropower companies: S.C. Power Company Pvt. Ltd., Surma Sarobar Hydropower Pvt. Ltd., Mata Malika Energy Multiple Pvt. Ltd., Surya Holding Pvt. Ltd., and Shree Himajal Hydropower Pvt. Ltd.

As per the agreement, the hydropower projects—Tila-1 (440 MW, Kalikot), Mahakali Seti (54 MW, Bajhang), Malumela Seti River Peaking Project (72 MW, Bajhang), Upper Mewa Khola A (31.92 MW, Taplejung), and Super Daraudi (9.143 MW, Gorkha)—will be connected to Nepal’s national grid.

In his remarks, Minister Khadka emphasized the vital role of the private sector in the development of the energy sector. "Energy is not just about lighting homes—it is the backbone of national economic and social development," he stated. He also acknowledged the delays and lack of timely implementation as key obstacles to Nepal's energy progress and stressed the need for strong collaboration between the government and private sector moving forward.

Also speaking at the event were Energy Secretary Suresh Acharya, Electricity Regulatory Commission Chairperson Dr. Ram Prasad Dhital, and IPPAN General Secretary Iman Singh Gurung, among other dignitaries.

Under the agreement, both the National Grid Company and the developers have committed to integrating their power output into the national grid and upgrading transmission infrastructure in a timely manner. The deal is expected to contribute significantly to Nepal’s energy stability and long-term development.