'The shutdown of power supply in some industries has not only affected production but also local employment, which has created a challenge to the overall economic development of the province.' - Chief Minister Karki
What you should know
Chief Minister Hikmat Kumar Karki has expressed serious concern after the Nepal Electricity Authority cut off power lines to various industries in Koshi Province, causing production to come to a standstill.
The press note issued by Chief Minister Karki states that the disruption in electricity supply due to the dispute between the Nepal Electricity Authority and industrialists has negatively affected the industry, trade, employment and economic activities of the province. Chief Minister Karki said that the immediate solution to the problem is needed. The press note states, 'The interruption in electricity supply in some industries has not only affected production but also local employment, which has created a challenge to the overall economic development of the province.'
Currently, there is a problem in the coordination of dedicated feeder and transfer lines between the Nepal Electricity Authority and industrialists. Due to the dispute that has arisen due to this, some industries have not been able to receive regular electricity supply. This situation is affecting the industrial production of the province and has also started having a negative impact on the economic flow.
Chief Minister Karki has urged the Nepal Electricity Authority and industrialists to resolve the dispute immediately through dialogue and cooperation. 'The problem can be resolved only through dialogue and cooperation,' the press note states, 'Continuity and reliability in electricity supply is necessary for the economic stability of the province.'
The Chief Minister has said that the government is committed to further strengthening the trust and partnership between the province and the private sector. He said, 'The provincial government wants to create an investment-friendly environment by creating a coordinated environment with the private sector.'
Chief Minister Karki has said that the Koshi provincial government will take necessary initiatives with the central government and the Nepal Electricity Authority to ensure smooth and stable electricity supply to industrialists.
