ITADCs to emerge as one-stop growth hubs for Textile Entrepreneurs: Giriraj Singh (See 'Corp Brief') NMCG's focus on Nature Based Solutions: Initiation of two pilot projects and training programs on NbS (See 'Corp Brief') IPR - For purposes of Sec 57 of Trade Marks Act, foreign proprietor may succeed in rectification by proving that its mark had acquired actionable recognition, even without formal commercial launch or direct sales: HC (See 'Legal Desk') Insurance Division, DFS, secures 2nd Rank in Group A Category Grievance Redressal Assessment (See 'Corp Brief') Standing Committee of National Board for Wildlife reviews progress on Key Conservation Initiatives (See 'Corp Brief') BharatNet-enabled integrated phygital service delivery model secures global honour (See 'Corp Brief') IBC - Demand notice in Form B under Rule 7(1) of Personal Guarantor Rules is only procedural requirement prior to filing and does not amount to invocation of guarantee: NCLT (See 'Legal Desk') Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Taliban minister discuss agricultural ties (See 'Corp Brief') Union Ministry Launches Integrated Training for Primary Healthcare Teams (See 'Corp Brief') Advancing Women's Leadership at Grassroots, held as part of BRICS Women Ministerial Meeting in Kochi (See 'Corp Brief') SARFAESI - Borrowers who fail to timely invoke MSME framework are precluded from seeking its protection at belated stage after SARFAESI proceedings have commenced: HC (See 'Legal Desk') Bhubaneswar Declaration charts roadmap to transform Tribal Research Institutes into centres of excellence (See 'Corp Brief') TEC signs MoU with BECIL to strengthen Telecom and Broadcasting Ecosystem (See 'Corp Brief') NLDSL and Punjab sign MoU to strengthen Digital Logistics Ecosystem (See 'Corp Brief') Competition Act - OP entered into anti-competitive agreements & abused its dominant position by imposing unfair & restrictive conditions on participants in its beauty pageant, in contravention of Sections 3 & 4 - D-G to probe matter: CCI (See 'Legal Desk') Kamarajar Port becomes India's Second Major Port with 18-Metre Draft Capability (See 'Corp Brief') Large-Scale Infrastructure Expansion opens up Opportunities for Budding Engineers (See 'Corp Brief') CCI okays merger of 51 Malabar Group's companies into Malabar Gold and Diamonds Ltd (See 'Corp Brief') IBC - Delayed creation of security cannot be treated as transaction in normal course of business: NCLAT (See 'Legal Desk') CCI approves acquisition of equity in Sorting Hat Technologies and merger into upGrad Education (See 'Corp Brief') Atal Innovation Mission Strengthens Eastern India Innovation Ecosystem (See 'Corp Brief') Giriraj Singh to inaugurate 'Indie Haat 2026' (See 'Corp Brief') IBC - Rent Tribunal lacks jurisdiction in cases involving entities undergoing CIRP, per Sections 60(5)(c) & 238 of IBC, which confer exclusive jurisdiction upon the Adjudicating Authority in CIRP matters: NCLT (See 'Legal Desk') Labour Ministry translates objectives of Labour Codes to provide timely relief to workers (See 'Corp Brief') Trade Marks - Mark KREOFLAT is distinctively similar to existing mark of PANKREOFLAT where former copies essential & distinctive features of latter, thereby making the former visually, phonetically & deceptively similar: HC (See 'Legal Desk') CAQM reports 62 air pollution violations across NCR in 17 days; proposes closure of four units (See 'Corp Brief') Utsav & Chintan Shivir 2026 to focus on institutional reforms for a technology-driven, and citizen-centric legal ecosystem (See 'Corp Brief') Sukesh Chandrashekhar con saga - co-accused gets bail - stringent conditions of Section 45 of PMLA can be relaxed for women, more so considering extraordinary circumstances: HC (See 'Legal Desk') Govt raises onion procurement price by 13% to Rs.2,125 per quintal (See 'Corp Brief') India's last 12 years have been a progression from shortages to building Viksit Bharat: RM (See 'Corp Brief') SARFAESI - Writ jurisdiction under Article 226 should ordinarily not be exercised where efficacious alternative remedy exists, particularly in matters arising under the SARFAESI Act: HC (See 'Legal Desk') India's youth will power AI, robotics with Made in India chips: PM (See 'Corp Brief') Competition Act - Allegations relating to use of private vehicles without commercial permits, non-compliance with Motor Vehicles Act, opaque GST & STA tax practices, & related issues fall outside scope of Competition Act: CCI (See 'Legal Desk') Tech Innovation and disruption in Construction Industry (See 'CORP EINSICHT')

Print

Manohar Lal reviews Power Sector schemes and projects in Arunachal Pradesh

Published: Jul 09, 2024

By TIOLCorplaws News Service

NEW DELHI, JULY 09, 2024: UNION Minister of Power and Housing & Urban Affairs, Manohar Lal, chaired the review meeting of Power Sector of Arunachal Pradesh yesterday in Itanagar. Chief Minister, Pema Khandu, Dy. Chief Minister, Chowna Mein,  Secretary (Power), Pankaj Agarwal, Govt. of India, and Chief Secretary, Dharmendra, Govt. of Arunachal Pradesh were present in the meeting.

In his address, Manohar Lal, Union Minister of Power and Housing and Urban Affairs, mentioned that the Central Government is making continuous efforts for the overall progress of the North-Eastern region of the country. In the last decade, the Union Government has been extremely sensitive to the needs of the region and has been taking up works for better connectivity, improved infrastructure and welfare of the people. He mentioned that Arunachal Pradesh has about 38% (about 50 GW) of India's total hydropower potential, the highest among all States. 

It was discussed that Compensatory Afforestation Land availability is crucial for taking up early development of hydro power projects in the State. It was discussed that land for Compensatory Afforestation Land may also be explored in other States as well. It was emphasized to simplify the process for sanction of new connections and the format of electricity bills which may be easily understood by the consumers.

Further, he suggested for providing options to consumers for self-meter reading once in every 2 months and bill generation thorough a mobile App. He emphasized that availability of supply of quality power in the State will also facilitate growth in industrial sector which will create opportunities of employment in the State.

On the Power Distribution front, he advised for expeditious implementation of works sanctioned under RDSS. He advised for implementing various reform measures prescribed under the scheme for improving the financial viability and operational efficiency of the Power Department. Power Department was also advised to target improvement in the consumer service rating from 'C' to atleast 'B' within this year. The Minister sought cooperation from the State in achieving the ambitious goals that are set before the power sector of the country.

Chief Minister thanked Union Minister of Power for selecting Arunachal Pradesh on his 1 st visit to any State after the new Government has been formed. He assured of taking necessary measures/ policy decision to ensure growth of Power sector in the State. He informed that over the past few years infrastructure development in the State has picked the pace and sought continued support from Govt. of India in near future.

Deputy Chief Minister assured full support of Power Department to CPSEs for different Hydro project in the State. He expressed that with joint efforts of State Govt. and CPSEs, 13 HEPs will be completed within stipulated timelines. This will contribute about Rs. 10,000 crore per annum to the revenues of the State, thereby raising the per capita income to the level of developed States. He suggested for taking all necessary measures for early completion of prestigious 2000 MW Subansiri Lower and 2800 MW Dibang Multipurpose Project.

During the meeting, detailed deliberations were held in respect of overall scenario of the Power sector in the State of Arunachal Pradesh with special focus on the aspects of Hydropower Generation, Power Transmission and Distribution Sector in the State.  Additionally, deliberations were also held in respect of the Power Sector reforms, the measures to be taken for promoting Ease of Living for the electricity consumers and the Resource adequacy plan to be finalised in order to meet the future demand. The State Government also provided its inputs and suggestions during the course of deliberations.

In his welcome address, Secretary (Power) highlighted the rich Hydro power potential in the State and the pivotal role that Arunachal Pradesh can play in meeting the growing demand for clean energy. During the review of Transmission sector, the "Comprehensive Scheme for Strengthening of Transmission & Distribution, Arunachal Pradesh" being implemented by Power Grid Corporation of India Limited was discussed. During the meeting, major concerns such as Right of Way (RoW) in the Reserve Forest (RF) areas, O&M of completed elements and issues related to downstream connectivity were also discussed and addressed.

On the Power Distribution front, the State Government was requested to expeditiously implement the works sanctioned under Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS) with the aim of improving the quality and reliability in supply of electricity in the State. It was highlighted that implementation of Smart Metering works will facilitate energy accounting and will also empower the consumers with ease of payment and better control on their electricity consumption. State Government assured to complete Feeder metering by Dec'24.

Secretary (Power) emphasized that, we need to keep working towards the growing energy demand. The interest of the consumer needs to be at the center of our strategy to ensure quality and reliable power at an affordable rate.

TIOL CORP SEARCH

TIOL GROUP WEBSITES

taxindiaonline
taxindiainternational
tioltube
TKF
TIOLawards
A TIOL Website. Copyright © 2025 TIOLcorplaws.com All rights reserved.