Sanctioned for Rs. 3,638.21CR for System Modernization and Smart Distribution in Gurugram and Faridabad Districts
Punjab Newsline, Chandigarh, February 14–
Haryana Energy Minister, Anil Vij said that the Union Government has sanctioned Rs. 6,797 crore for various power projects in Haryana under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS). This includes sanctioned for works worth Rs. 3,638.21 crore for system modernization and smart distribution in the Gurugram and Faridabad districts.
Notably, the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS) is an initiative by the Government of India aimed at enhancing the financial viability and operational efficiency of the power distribution sector.
Anil Vij shared that the scheme includes works such as inviting tenders for smart metering, starting the installation of prepaid smart meters, and other related tasks. The financial viability of distribution utilities is crucial for the entire power sector value chain.