Nepal Aims for 30,000 MW Electricity by 2035 Amidst Challenges

The government has set an ambitious target of generating 30,000 megawatts of electricity within the next 10 years. The previous government had set a target of 28,500 megawatts, which was welcomed by the Independent Power Producers' Association, Nepal (IPPAN). The current government, with a two-thirds majority, has increased this target to 30,000 megawatts by 2035. This target is positive for generating hope for development and prosperity among the people.

However, merely announcing targets is not enough. The success or failure of this target will be determined by how the government approaches policy reforms, infrastructure development, and the role of the private sector in its implementation.