Tripping, power cuts not to be tolerated: UP CM to power staff
The CM was briefed on the state's remarkable achievement in June 2025, when it met a record peak power demand of 31,486 MW, supplying 16,930 million units. Despite extreme weather conditions, uninterrupted electricity was delivered—24 hours in urban areas, 21.5 hours at tehsil level, and 18 hours in rural regions.
Concerned about frequent tripping complaints, CM Yogi ordered technical audits of all feeders, identification of weak points, and immediate upgrades to transformer capacity. He stressed the importance of resolving consumer complaints swiftly and effectively to restore public confidence.
Highlighting the government's commitment, he noted that a record-breaking budget has been allocated to strengthen power generation, transmission, and distribution. After reviewing the supply status with discom heads, he demanded accountability at every level.
On billing, the CM insisted that every consumer receive accurate and timely bills. He warned that inflated or incorrect billing undermines public trust. Over 31 lakh smart meters have already been installed, with rapid expansion underway at the block level.
He also directed discoms to reduce technical and commercial losses and accelerate modernization of infrastructure. Officials reported that the state's installed capacity of 11,595 MW will rise to 16,000 MW within two years, with renewable energy contributing over 100 MW.
Focusing on agriculture, CM Yogi called for solarization of tubewells and faster implementation of the PM Kusum Yojana, ensuring reliable power for farmers.
Concluding the meeting, he reminded officials: "Electricity is not just about wires and transformers, it's about fulfilling public expectations with transparency, efficiency, and fairness."
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