Arunachal Pradesh Powers Ahead with Comprehensive Electricity Overhaul
The Arunachal Pradesh government announced a Rs 6,519-crore initiative to transform its power sector. The project aims to reduce losses, modernize the electricity grid, and ensure a reliable power supply. The plan includes smart meters and modern grids to enhance efficiency, with targeted funding to mitigate fiscal pressures.
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The government of Arunachal Pradesh has unveiled a bold Rs 6,519-crore plan to revamp the power sector, focusing on reducing losses, modernizing the grid, and providing a reliable electricity supply. This initiative aims to lessen the fiscal burden on the state while enhancing overall efficiency.
Chief Minister Pema Khandu announced the ambitious plan, emphasizing the government's dedication to developing a resilient and efficient power ecosystem. The state has earmarked Rs 788 crore specifically to cut down on aggregate technical and commercial losses, a significant obstacle in effective power distribution.
The overhaul will introduce smart meters and establish state-of-the-art power grids to improve operational efficiency and facilitate real-time monitoring and billing. These measures are expected to streamline energy consumption, reduce waste, and empower consumers with better usage control. The government has also pledged gap funding to prevent economic strain, aligning the project with the state's development goals.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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