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AP TRANSCO Plans ₹9,000 Cr Power Grid Overhaul
26 Jan
Summary
- 55 transmission projects worth over ₹9,000 crore are slated for completion.
- The state grid will gain 8,853 MVA transformation capacity and 1,558 km lines.
- Andhra Pradesh aims to create the nation's best power sector via infrastructure.
Transmission Corporation of Andhra Pradesh Ltd (APTRANSCO) has set a significant goal to complete 55 major transmission projects, representing an investment exceeding ₹9,000 crore. These projects are expected to bolster the state's power infrastructure by adding 8,853 MVA of transformation capacity and 1,558 circuit km of transmission lines to the grid.
New 400/220/132 kv substations are being developed at strategic locations like Kakinada SEZ, Achutapuram, Gudivada, and Ainavalli to ensure reliable power supply. APTRANSCO currently manages a substantial network, including 380 substations and over 33,000 circuit kilometres of high voltage transmission lines.
Andhra Pradesh's total installed power capacity stands at 21,153 MW, with renewable energy sources contributing 37% to this capacity and 22% to the overall generation. The state utilities are committed to expanding transmission infrastructure and adopting advanced technologies to achieve power sector excellence.
In recent years, APTRANSCO has commissioned and augmented EHV substation capacity by 3,240 MVA and laid nearly 950 circuit kilometres of new transmission lines, thereby improving system reliability and voltage stability across the state. These efforts underscore a commitment to making Andhra Pradesh's power sector the nation's best.
