Kathmandu: The Ministry of Energy, Water Resources, and Irrigation has initiated a comprehensive monitoring campaign across various distribution centres in the Kathmandu Valley to address the persistent problem of frequent power interruptions, commonly known as “tripping.”
This special initiative follows direct instructions from Energy Minister Biraj Bhakta Shrestha, who has prioritized resolving the growing public frustration regarding the reliability of the electricity supply. A specialized team comprising staff from the Ministry and the Minister’s secretariat has been deployed to conduct field visits and identify the root causes behind these technical failures.
The monitoring team recently conducted its first site inspection at the Maharajgunj Distribution Centre, an area identified as a major source of consumer complaints. Initial findings from the visit suggest that the instability in power delivery is primarily due to technical complications within the local infrastructure rather than external management issues. The Minister’s secretariat confirmed that the government is committed to facilitating a swift resolution to these technical glitches and will take the necessary steps to support the distribution centres in upgrading or repairing their systems.
This campaign is part of a broader effort to manage the national grid more effectively, particularly during the rainy season when weather-related incidents often lead to increased grid instability. Earlier this week, Minister Shrestha met with the Managing Director of the Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) to demand immediate action on public grievances. As power tripping currently stands as the most frequently reported complaint received by the Ministry, these field inspections are expected to expand to other distribution hubs to ensure a more stable and uninterrupted power supply for residents across the country.
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