Kathmandu — The Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) has launched an enforcement drive against industries that failed to pay premium charges for using dedicated and trunk power lines during the load-shedding period.
On Tuesday morning, NEA disconnected electricity supply to major industries, including Jagdamba Steel, Reliance Spinning Mills, Shivam Cement, Ghorahi Cement, Arghakhanchi Cement, and Triveni Spinning Mills. These companies are accused of using special power lines without paying additional fees during Nepal’s energy crisis years.
According to NEA, Jagdamba Steel owes Rs 1.60 billion, Reliance Spinning Mills Rs 753.7 million, Shivam Cement Rs 778.8 million, Ghorahi Cement Rs 508.5 million, Arghakhanchi Cement Rs 448.4 million, and Triveni Spinning Mills Rs 321 million. The unpaid amount dates back to Magh 2072 to Baisakh 2075, when dedicated lines were used under special tariffs.
NEA Executive Director Manoj Silwal said payment counters have been opened during the Tihar holidays to help industries clear their dues. “If companies pay the first installment under the provided facility, their disconnected electricity lines will be reconnected immediately,” he said.
The NEA emphasized that the action aims to ensure fairness in energy use and strengthen financial accountability among large consumers. Officials said such enforcement measures are vital to prevent misuse of premium electricity facilities in the future.
