J&K L-G inaugurates six power infrastructure projects in Jammu

Jammu and Kashmir lieutenant governor (LG) Manoj Sinha on Wednesday dedicated six power infrastructure projects worth ₹64.10 crore to the public here

Jammu and Kashmir lieutenant governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday dedicated six power infrastructure projects worth ₹64.10 crore to the public here.

J&K Lt governor Manoj Sinha during the inauguration of a power project in Jammu on Thursday. (HT Photo)

These projects will add another 660 MVA capacity to the existing power systems in the Jammu region and include new 400 MVA, 220/132 KV power transformer at Gladni Grid Station, besides new 50 MVA, 132/33 KV power transformers each at Gladni, Canal, Bari Brahmana-I; Jaurian and Akhnoor grid stations, an official statement said.

Speaking on the occasion, the Lt Governor said the Gladni grid station has seen long-due capacity augmentation of 400 MVA after almost 14 years.

“In addition to the installation of 400 MVA power transformer at 220 KV level, as a major relief to residents of Jammu city, the department has created additional capacity by installing 50 MVA power transformer at 132 KV level at the same grid station, which will particularly cater to the increased summer demand mainly for domestic and commercial purposes,” he added. Sinha said the new projects will benefit more than six lakh people.

“The addition of three new power transformers of 50 MVA capacity each (Jaurian, Akhnoor and Canal) shall ensure sufficient and reliable power supply in the rural border areas of Jammu,” he added.

The Lt Governor said the inauguration of a string of power projects in the last three months in both Jammu and Kashmir divisions is a testimony to the UT administration’s commitment to improve the quality of life of the people.

The LG observed that the measures will not only resolve power crisis in the peak season, but will also open a host of employment opportunities by meeting the growing demand for opening of new industries in the UT.