Energy Minister Recommends Revocation of Stalled Hydropower Project Licenses

A high-level committee has submitted a critical report to the Ministry of Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation, advocating for the revocation of licenses for stalled hydropower projects. The report, received by Minister Biraj Bhakta Shrestha, outlines comprehensive policy, legal, and structural reforms to enhance efficiency in the licensing system. Minister Shrestha's commitment to implementing these recommendations underscores a governmental pivot towards stricter accountability in the energy sector. This strategic move targets systemic project delays and inefficiencies, a long-standing issue often linked to past administrative practices. The proposed reforms are poised to stabilize Nepal's energy supply and foster economic growth, directly addressing citizen demands for better infrastructure and governance.

• NEWS FLASH: Energy Minister Biraj Bhakta Shrestha moves to revoke licenses for stalled hydropower projects, urging EIA completion within 12 months. This push for accountability in the energy sector challenges historical inefficiencies. #SamacharSanjal #NepalPolitics #Election2026