Srinagar to get underground power cable network

Srinagar, Aug 24: Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL) is contemplating to lay an underground cable network in Srinagar to cover city’s major hospitals.

A KPDCL official told Greater Kashmir that the Rs 25 crore project shall cover Lal Chowk and SMHS, Lal Ded and Bones & Joint hospitals, TRC, Civil Secretariat and some adjoining areas.

The project envisaging covering a distance of 20 km shall have an 11 KV underground network. “It will start with the city center as the area usually has a stable load making it feasible for underground cabling. The project will help us maintain uninterrupted power supply to these areas,” the official said.