The government has identified 13 key challenges in Nepal’s energy sector, concluding that effective policy measures, diversified investment, and legal reforms are necessary to address them. According to the Energy Consumption Growth and Export Strategy 2083 prepared by the Ministry of Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation, major challenges include weak distribution system capacity and quality, as well as the lack of reliable electricity supply for the industrial sector. The strategy also highlights rising electricity demand driven by increased use of high-consumption devices in households and commercial sectors, as well as growing demand in agriculture, irrigation, and industry. In addition, the lack of electric vehicle charging infrastructure has been identified as a key obstacle.
