New Delhi, NFAPost: In anticipation of the approaching Cyclone ‘Biparjoy,’ Union Power Minister R K Singh conducted a comprehensive review of the preparations for power supply and swift restoration arrangements in the coastal areas of Gujarat and Rajasthan. The cyclone poses a potential threat to the region, prompting the minister to convene a meeting with senior officials from the Ministry of Power, Central Electricity Authority (CEA), Grid Controller of India, and Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL).
During the meeting, Minister Singh engaged in discussions with the Power Minister of Gujarat, addressing essential measures to ensure uninterrupted power supply and establish an Emergency Restoration System (ERS). He emphasized the importance of continuous monitoring of the situation and urged all stakeholders to take prompt actions in maintaining a stable grid supply to the affected states. Furthermore, the minister instructed PGCIL to provide extensive support and assistance to Gujarat’s Power Department in the restoration of state transmission lines and distribution networks.
In light of the impending cyclone, POWERGRID, the national power transmission utility, has been diligently monitoring weather conditions and its transmission systems. Control rooms operating round the clock have been established at Manesar and Vadodara. To ensure effective crisis management, precautionary measures outlined in the Crisis Management Plan for the power sector by CEA and POWERGRID’s Crisis and Disaster Management Plan have been diligently implemented.
The National Load Despatch Centre (NLDC) has been closely monitoring the grid supply in the affected states to promptly respond to any variations in load or generation. The NLDC has also identified power generating stations, transmission lines, and substations that might be impacted by the cyclone, preparing a comprehensive contingency plan to address potential challenges.
As Cyclone ‘Biparjoy’ looms closer to the Gujarat and Rajasthan coastlines, the Union Power Minister has demonstrated a proactive approach by overseeing the preparations for power supply maintenance and restoration. These measures aim to minimize disruptions and ensure a swift response to any power-related issues caused by the cyclone.
