New Delhi, June 18 -- South Asia is often seen as a place of tensions, border disputes and strategic rivalries. There is a quiet success story unfolding. Energy connectivity is becoming an example of regional cooperation. It shows how shared economic interests can bring countries together in a complex political environment.

South Asia is home to two billion people. The region faces a growing need for affordable and sustainable energy. Cities are growing fast. Populations are increasing. This is putting a lot of pressure on energy systems. Each country in the region has energy resources. Nepal and Bhutan have a lot of hydropower potential. Bangladesh needs electricity. India is both a producer and a crucial transit hub. These differences ...