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118 Cr RDSS works under execution in Poonch to strengthen power distribution system

The Deputy Commissioner instructed the executing agency to ensure that all ongoing works under the scheme are completed within the established timelines, aiming for the overall improvement of the power scenario in the district
10:41 PM Feb 03, 2025 IST | GK NEWS SERVICE
118 cr rdss works under execution in poonch to strengthen power distribution system
118 Cr RDSS works under execution in Poonch to strengthen power distribution system
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Poonch, Feb 3: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Poonch, Vikas Kundal conducted a day-long tour to inspect the progress of ongoing works under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS) in the district.

Executive Engineer Aftab Ahmed briefed the DC on the status of the RDSS projects. The scheme, with a project cost of Rs 118 crore aims to strengthen the power distribution infrastructure in the District. Key components of the project include the installation of 11,000 poles, laying Low Tension Aerial Bunched Cables (LT ABC), and the addition of 500 new distribution transformers for augmentation and replacement of outdated equipment. This initiative is expected to significantly reduce Aggregate Technical and Commercial (A&C) losses in the district.

The Deputy Commissioner instructed the executing agency to ensure that all ongoing works under the scheme are completed within the established timelines, aiming for the overall improvement of the power scenario in the district.

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DC Kundal emphasized the importance of properly implementing the RDSS scheme, stating that it is a game changer for enhancing the power infrastructure in the district Poonch. He highlighted that the scheme is designed to modernize and augment power supply, ultimately improving quality, reliability, and affordability for consumers.

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