India-Nepal 13th JSC Meeting on Power Sector Cooperation
UPSC / SSC current affairs note
Why in news
The 13th Joint Steering Committee meeting between India and Nepal in Pokhara reviewed progress on hydropower, power trade, and transmission infrastructure. This meeting is crucial for strengthening bilateral energy ties and advancing cross-border electricity projects.
Background
India and Nepal have a long history of cooperation in the power sector, including joint hydropower projects and power trade agreements. The Joint Steering Committee (JSC) is a bilateral mechanism to oversee and guide this cooperation.
Key facts
The 13th JSC meeting was held in Pokhara, Nepal.
Both sides reviewed progress on hydropower projects, power trade, and transmission infrastructure.
They appreciated the development of the 400 kV Gorakhpur-New Butwal transmission line.
The meeting aimed to enhance bilateral power sector cooperation.
India and Nepal have several ongoing hydropower projects under bilateral agreements.
Prelims pointers
- 13th Joint Steering Committee (JSC) meeting
- Pokhara, Nepal
- 400 kV Gorakhpur-New Butwal transmission line
- India-Nepal power sector cooperation
Mains angles
- Discuss the significance of India-Nepal energy cooperation for regional integration.
- Critically examine the challenges in cross-border power trade between India and Nepal.