Gudivada, Krishna District — To meet the rising electricity demand in Gudivada and surrounding areas, officials have greenlit a 400/220 kV substation project as part of the regional grid expansion plan. The MEIL (Megha Engineering & Infrastructures Ltd) group is executing the upgrade, which is expected to enhance reliability and reduce outages in the urban and rural stretches.
Officials from the electricity department said that the new substation will facilitate better load management, lower transmission losses, and support industrial development in the region. The project also includes reinforcement of feeder lines and associated infrastructure.
During the site inspection phase, engineers noted that certain stretches need right-of-way clearances and alignment adjustments, especially near residential zones. Local authorities have been asked to coordinate with landowners to expedite the process.
Key Points / Highlights:
400/220 kV substation to improve power supply and grid stability.
Project managed by MEIL, with upgrades to feeder lines.
Need for coordination on land permissions and path alignment.
Benefit: fewer power cuts, stronger infrastructure for growth.