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Power Crisis: Dry spell cuts local generation to 30 MW, 1750 MW imported

PM's Surya Ghar Bijli Yojana picking up as best alternative: KPDCL

Abid Bashir
Last updated: January 29, 2025 1:54 am
Abid Bashir
Published: January 29, 2025
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Srinagar, Jan 28: Jammu and Kashmir is grappling with an unprecedented power crisis, as local power generation in the Valley has plummeted to a record low of just 30 percent. Despite this, the Kashmir Power Development Corporation (KPDCL) is managing to supply 1,750 MWs of power through imports.
The official stated that the combination of hot, dry conditions and the premature melting of snow is draining the region’s reservoirs faster than expected. Normally, snowmelt helps supply water to the power generation system during the coming months, but this year the situation is different.
The region’s heavy reliance on hydroelectric power has been severely impacted by a prolonged dry spell and rapidly melting snow due to rising daytime temperatures. With water levels in the reservoirs depleting, the hydroelectric plants that the region depends on are facing a critical shortage. Currently, a staggering 90 percent of the power required is being imported, leaving local sources to meet only a small fraction of the demand.
“We are managing power from the imports,” said a senior KPDCL official, speaking exclusively to Rising Kashmir. “Local generation is at an all-time low of 30 MWs, and the growing dependency on imports is concerning. We are hopeful that the upcoming wet spells will boost local generation, but we can’t afford to wait too long.”
At present, the 1,750 MWs of power being supplied to the Kashmir Valley is a temporary relief, largely sourced from external providers, including the national grid. “The demand for power is always high, particularly in winter and spring. While we are meeting current demands through imports, this is not a sustainable solution,” the official added.
There is some optimism for the future, however. The Independent Power Projects (IPPs) located primarily in Kishtwar district are expected to significantly improve the power situation once they are fully operational. These projects are poised to contribute substantially to local power generation, reducing dependence on imports and providing greater energy independence.
“We are optimistic that once the IPPs begin operating at full capacity, it will drastically change the power landscape in J&K,” the KPDCL official said. “These projects will not only meet local demand but will also ensure greater stability in power generation.”
In addition to these infrastructure upgrades, the Jammu and Kashmir government is working to alleviate the crisis through public awareness campaigns. The PM Surya Ghar Bijli Yojana, which promotes the use of solar energy, is gaining momentum. This initiative helps residents install solar panels by offering financial subsidies, which is especially important during power shortages.
“We are actively promoting the PM Surya Ghar Bijli Yojana. This program allows families to install solar panels and reduce their dependence on the grid,” said a source from KPDCL. “The financial support provided through subsidies is vital in these times when power shortages are common.”

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