KATHMANDU: The Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) has issued a 21-day ultimatum to industries to clear outstanding dues for dedicated and trunk lines.
In a notice released on Sunday, the Authority warned that payments must be made by November 3; failure to comply will result in action being taken.
This directive follows a decision made during the NEA Board of Directors meeting on Friday, which was held in accordance with the directive of Energy Minister Kulman Ghising to collect these dues promptly.
It may be noted that the newly appointed Managing Director of the Nepal Electricity Authority, Manoj Silwal, last Tuesday pledged to implement the government’s decision to recover outstanding dues from dedicated trunk lines.
Silwal said the Ministry of Energy had already decided to collect the arrears, and the NEA would move forward with its execution. He added that earlier decisions would be reviewed before implementation.
Outlining his priorities, Silwal said he would work on long-term plans, including strengthening NEA’s internal structure and ensuring round-the-clock power supply. Silwal also emphasized his determination to move forward despite any challenges.
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