State clears ₹522 crore power works for 2027 Godavari Pushkaralu
The State Distribution Reforms Committee has approved ₹522 crore for power infrastructure upgrades to support the 2027 Godavari Pushkaralu. The project includes grid improvements and underground cabling to ensure reliable electricity for the massive influx of pilgrims.
Why it matters
Shows large-scale infrastructure planning and investment to support major religious events and public utility stability.
The State Distribution Reforms Committee (SDRC) on Monday approved several key power sector works under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS) to ensure uninterrupted power supply during the Akhanda Godavari Maha Pushkaralu - 2027.
The committee, chaired by Chief Secretary G. Sai Prasad, reviewed the progress of loss reduction works being taken up by the DISCOMs under the RDSS, with particular focus on agricultural feeder segregation and bifurcation of overloaded feeders, during a video conference.
While the DISCOMs had made significant progress, certain works had been delayed due to GIS-based surveys, changes in project scope, right of way issues, statutory approvals, power shutdown constraints, adverse weather conditions and supply chain disruptions. Taking these factors into account, the committee approved extension of the relevant contracts till March 31, 2027, to facilitate completion of the remaining works.
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