Published: 28 October 2025DD NewsInternational
India-Nepal Sign Agreements for Two 400kV Cross-Border Power Transmission Lines
India's POWERGRID and Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) signed Joint Venture and Shareholders' Agreements on October 29, 2025, for two 400kV cross-border transmission lines: Inaruwa (Nepal) to New Purnea (India), and Lamki-Dododhara (Nepal) to Bareilly (India), with target completion by 2030.
The agreements were signed in the presence of Union Power Minister Manohar Lal and Nepal's Energy Minister Kulman Ghising. Two joint ventures will be formed — POWERGRID holds 51% in India and NEA 51% in Nepal. The MEA said the agreements demonstrate India's commitment to development cooperation and regional energy connectivity.
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Q: Examine the strategic and energy-cooperation implications of the POWERGRID-Nepal Electricity Authority joint ventures signed on 29 October 2025 for two 400 kV cross-border transmission lines.
Answer (50 words):
On 29 October 2025, POWERGRID and Nepal Electricity Authority signed JV and shareholders' agreements for Inaruwa-New Purnea and Lamki-Dododhara-Bareilly 400 kV lines, targeting 2030 completion. POWERGRID holds 51 per cent in India, NEA 51 per cent in Nepal. Witnessed by Ministers Manohar Lal and Kulman Ghising, advancing regional-energy connectivity.
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India's POWERGRID and Nepal Electricity Authority signed agreements for two cross-border transmission lines of what voltage capacity?
Explanation · Correct answer CPOWERGRID and NEA signed agreements for two 400kV cross-border transmission lines: Inaruwa-New Purnea and Lamki-Dododhara-Bareilly, with target completion by 2030.
Frequently asked questions
What agreements did India and Nepal sign for cross-border power transmission in October 2025?
India's **POWERGRID** and **Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA)** signed **Joint Venture and Shareholders Agreements** on October 29, 2025, for two **400kV cross-border transmission lines** — Inaruwa–New Purnea and Lamki-Dododhara–Bareilly — with target completion by 2030.
Which two 400kV power transmission lines were agreed between India and Nepal?
Two 400kV cross-border transmission lines were agreed: **Inaruwa (Nepal) to New Purnea (India)** and **Lamki-Dododhara (Nepal) to Bareilly (India)**. The agreements were signed on October 29, 2025, with target completion by 2030.
Who signed the India-Nepal power transmission agreement in October 2025?
The agreements were signed by **India's POWERGRID** and **Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA)** in the presence of Union Power Minister **Manohar Lal** and Nepal's Energy Minister on October 29, 2025.
What is the target completion date for India-Nepal 400kV power transmission lines?
The two **400kV cross-border power transmission lines** — Inaruwa–New Purnea and Lamki-Dododhara–Bareilly — have a **target completion date of 2030**, under Joint Venture agreements signed on October 29, 2025.
What is the significance of India-Nepal cross-border power transmission agreements?
The agreements deepen **India-Nepal energy cooperation**, enabling greater electricity trade and regional grid connectivity. The two **400kV lines** will enhance Nepal's access to Indian power infrastructure and strengthen bilateral energy ties.
