CCEA approves revised cost of Arunachal, Sikkim T&D strengthening system
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) on Tuesday approved the revised cost estimate of scheme for strengthening of transmission and distribution in Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim to Rs 9,129.32 crore.
The scheme, being implemented through PowerGrid NSE -0.98 % Corp in association with Sikkim and Arunachal Pradesh, is targeted to be commissioned in phased manner by December 2021 for awarded scope of works and 36 months for un-awarded packages, an official statement said. After commissioning, the created transmission and distribution system will be owned and maintained by the respective state utilities.
Implementation of this scheme will create a reliable power grid and improve States’ connectivity to the upcoming load centers,
