DC Kulgam reviews power sector, RDSS Projects

 Danishwar Hameed 

Kulgam May 22:In order to assess the progress of ongoing works under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS), a meeting was chaired by the Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kulgam, Athar Aamir Khan (IAS) here at Mini-secretariat Kulgam.

During the meeting, Chief Manager Power Grid briefed the DC on the status of ongoing projects in the district. 

It was informed that the RDSS, with a project cost of Rs 113 crore, aims to strengthen the power distribution infrastructure in the district by installing 618 new distribution transformers and 330 km of LT Aerial Bundled Cables (ABC) and 450 km of HT reconductor Circuit kmts.

The initiative is designed to reduce Aggregate Technical and Commercial (AT&C) losses in Kulgam the Chairman was 

apprised.

It was informed through a power point presentation that that 57% progress has been made in installation of HT/LT electric poles while 62% Cabling where 10% in   conductor laying against the work alloted which ultimately leads to accumulative physical progress of 36%.

The DC expressed dissatisfaction with the delayed supply of distribution transformers and directed the concerned to expedite the delivery process to ensure timely completion of the project.

He instructed to mobilize men and machinery to ensure completion of projects well in time besides proper cordination between different departments. 

The DC emphasized the importance of completing the works within the stipulated timeline to enhance the reliability and efficiency of the power distribution system in the district.

The meeting was also attended by ADC Viqar Ahmed Giri, CPO Zahid Sajad, Senior G M PGC , S E  KPDCL Circle Bijbehara, Executive Engineers of KPDCL, STD Bijbehara, NH444 Sgr, Project Division Sgr, Project Wing (PGCIL) Tehsildars, AEE's and JE's and other Officers.