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Arunachal Pradesh Accelerates Power Infrastructure Upgrades Under Comprehensive T&D Scheme
Namsai, Arunachal Pradesh:
In a major push to strengthen the state’s power infrastructure, Arunachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein chaired a high-level review meeting on the Comprehensive Scheme for Strengthening the Transmission and Distribution (T&D) System. Held at the DC Conference Hall in Namsai, the meeting focused on expediting ongoing power projects and addressing challenges in delivering reliable electricity, especially to remote and underserved regions.
Deputy CM Mein emphasized the strategic importance of fortifying the T&D network to complement the state’s growing hydropower capacity. He stated that with Arunachal Pradesh making significant strides in the power sector, particularly through ongoing hydropower projects, timely and efficient evacuation of generated power is now a critical priority.
Focus on Timely Completion and Collaborative Execution
During the meeting, the Deputy CM thoroughly reviewed progress under the scheme, identified bottlenecks hindering timely execution, and called for a coordinated, time-bound approach to project completion. He urged Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd. (PGCIL) to fast-track pending works under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS) in collaboration with the district administration, the state power department, and local elected representatives to ensure community engagement and smoother implementation.
Key Infrastructure Projects Commissioned
In a significant development, the Deputy CM announced the successful commissioning of three vital power infrastructure projects aimed at enhancing regional connectivity and load management:
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33 kV side of 132 kV Niglok Sub-station
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33 kV Niglok–Ruskin Transmission Line
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33 kV Oyan Sub-station
These assets are expected to substantially improve the power supply situation in several districts, reduce transmission losses, and support industrial and rural electrification initiatives.
Inclusive Approach to Energy Development
The meeting also covered strategies for addressing localized issues affecting project execution in various districts. Deputy CM Mein reaffirmed the government’s commitment to transforming Arunachal Pradesh into a power-surplus state, ensuring equitable access to quality electricity across urban and rural communities.
He further noted that robust infrastructure will be key to unlocking the state’s potential as a major energy exporter in the Northeast and beyond.
Key Attendees and Stakeholders
The review meeting witnessed the participation of several high-ranking officials and stakeholders including:
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Minister Gabriel D. Wangsu
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Deputy Speaker Kardo Nyickyor
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Advisor to Minister (Power) Jikke Tako
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CMD of PGCIL, R.K. Tyagi
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PCCF P. Subramanium
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Secretary (Power) R.K. Sharma
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CGM of SJVN and HOP AHEP, Shiv Prasad
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District Commissioners, Chief Engineers (Power), and senior officials from PowerGrid
Their collective insights and directives are expected to drive forward the state’s power agenda with renewed momentum.