Mohali's Power Outages Nearing End as Infrastructure Upgrades Complete
Watt a relief! Mohali’s power struggles are almost over
Hindustan Times
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Residents of Mohali, Punjab, can expect an end to frequent power outages as the Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) completes infrastructure upgrades under the 'Roshan Punjab' initiative. This ₹5,000-crore program aims to ensure 24x7 electricity supply, addressing the city's rising power demand.
- 01PSPCL's upgrades under the 'Roshan Punjab' initiative are nearing completion.
- 02The project aims to provide uninterrupted power supply to Mohali residents.
- 03Mohali's power demand peaked at nearly 350 MW last summer, necessitating infrastructure improvements.
- 04Residents experienced frequent outages during the upgrade, raising concerns.
- 05Zirakpur faced an unexpected power breakdown, highlighting ongoing challenges.
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After enduring three months of frequent power outages, residents of Mohali, Punjab, are set to experience improved electricity reliability as the Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) completes critical infrastructure upgrades. Under the 'Roshan Punjab' initiative, a ₹5,000-crore program, Mohali has seen significant investments aimed at modernizing its power supply. PSPCL deputy chief engineer Harpreet Singh Oberoi reported that the final phase involves local transformer upgrades and low-tension line strengthening. The upgrades were essential due to Mohali's rising electricity demand, which peaked at nearly 350 MW daily last summer. Despite the planned outages for safety and maintenance, residents expressed frustration over the timing of the work. Meanwhile, an unexpected two-hour blackout occurred in Zirakpur, raising concerns about the reliability of the power supply amid ongoing upgrades. PSPCL aims to achieve its goal of providing uninterrupted power supply to the region this summer.
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The completion of infrastructure upgrades will lead to more reliable electricity supply, reducing disruptions for residents and businesses in Mohali.
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