New hydel projects to ensure reliable power
VIJAYAWADA: New hydroelectric projects being planned and under execution in the State like Polavaram Hydro Electric Project, Lower Sileru Hydro Electric Project, Upper Sileru Pumped Storage Project and Chitrakonda Dam Toe Power Project are expected to reduce interruptions in the distribution feeders and enhance the reliability of power supply.
The Polavaram Hydro Electric Project works are progressing on 960 (12×80) MW unit at a cost of Rs 5,339 crore and it is expected to be completed in four years. The first three units will be completed by July 2023 and remaining nine units by January 2026 with an interval of two months to commission each unit from July 2024. As announced in the Assembly, the State government is determined to complete the Polavaram Irrigation Project by 2023.
