Cabinet approves revised cost for strengthening power transmission system in Sikkim, Arunchal Pradesh
The Union Cabinet on Tuesday approved the revised cost estimates of the comprehensive scheme for strengthening power transmission and distribution in Arunachal Pradash and Sikkim at Rs 9,129.32 crore.
The scheme is being implemented through the state-run Power Grid Corporation in association with Sikkim and Arunachal Pradesh.
It is targeted to be commissioned in a phased manner by December 2021 for awarded scope of works and 36 months from RCE (revised cost estimates) approval for un-awarded packages.
“The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a major step towards economic development of the States of Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim through strengthening of Intra-State Transmission and Distribution systems has approved the Revised Cost Estimate (RCE)
