Nepal starts hydro power export to Bangladesh via India

Nepal Electricity Authority began exporting 40 MW of hydroelectric power to Bangladesh through India's 400 kV transmission line starting June 15, 2026. The trilateral agreement signed on October 3, 2024 enables five-year annual exports from June 15 to November 15 during the monsoon surplus period. Bangladesh has opened a letter of credit, clearing the way for regular commercial power trade. This marks the first commercial electricity trade between Nepal and Bangladesh, a milestone for South Asian energy cooperation.