DC reviews power infra in Budgam

Budgam, July 29: In a bid to strengthen the power infrastructure and expedite renewable energy adoption in the district, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Budgam, Dr. Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat today chaired a comprehensive review meeting of the Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL) Budgam and allied departments.In a statement issued here, the meeting was convened to deliberate on critical power sector initiatives and ongoing projects in Budgam, with a focus on improving energy access, grid efficiency, and solar energy implementation under the Government of India’s flagship schemes.Meeting discussed overall functioning and performance of KPDCL in district Budgam, progress of solarization initiatives under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, including targets, achievements, and vendor performance. The chair was apprised that as of July 25th, 2025 a total number of 10,420 applications have been received, and total 1,218 Vendors have been selected besides 211 SRT systems stand Installed by Vendors across district Budgam.it was further informed that total Subsidies approved are 183, total subsidy approvals under process are 17 in the district.At the outset, Implementation status of Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS) and Prime Minister’s Development Programme (PMDP) in the district, assessment of capacity, load management, and augmentation plans for Receiving Stations and Grid Stations across Budgam were also reviewed.Executive Engineer KPDCL division Budgam delivered a detailed  presentation covering each agenda point. The presentation outlined current infrastructure capacities, ongoing augmentation works, technical gaps, and proposed upgrades required to meet the growing power demand.DC emphasised the urgent need to modernize the district’s power infrastructure to reduce transmission losses and improve quality and reliability of power supply, particularly during peak demand.