Arunachal unveils Rs 6,519-cr power sector overhaul

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ITANAGAR: In a major thrust towards strengthening energy infrastructure, the Arunachal Pradesh government has rolled out an ambitious ?6,519 crore plan to transform the state’s power sector. The initiative aims to reduce losses, modernise the electricity grid, and ensure reliable power supply while easing fiscal pressure on the exchequer.

Announcing the initiative, Chief Minister Pema Khandu, on Monday said the government is focused on building a resilient and efficient power ecosystem.

“Arunachal Pradesh is powering ahead with a massive transformation of its power sector,” he said in a post on X. “Our target is clear, low losses, high reliability, and zero fiscal stress,” the chief minister asserted.

The state has allocated ?788 crore specifically to address Aggregate Technical and Commercial (AT&C) losses, which have long hindered efficient power distribution, especially in far-flung areas of the state.

As part of the overhaul, the government will introduce smart meters and establish modern power grids to enhance operational efficiency and ensure real-time monitoring and billing, Khandu said.

These steps are expected to streamline power consumption, reduce wastage, and empower consumers with better control over usage, he added. To ensure the massive financial undertaking does not translate into economic burden, the government has also committed to providing gap funding. This will help cover the difference between capital investment and cost recovery, thus preventing strain on public finances, the chief minister informed.

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