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Hans India
10-08-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
All govt buildings to be solar powered: Bhatti
Hyderabad: Solar power plants will be installed on all Gram Panchayats and government buildings including the state Secretariat, Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka has said on Saturday. The Deputy CM held a video conference with district Collectors and reviewed the implementation of Green Energy Policy under which solar power plants will be installed on all government buildings. Bhatti instructed that plans of all district collector offices, parking areas, and canteens should be sent to Hyderabad. Since all collectorates in the state have been built in the same design, the designs required for the installation of solar power plants would be sent from Hyderabad. However, if any collectorate has better designs, the respective collectors may send them to Hyderabad. He stated that solar power plants will be installed in all government offices across the state, from Gram Panchayat buildings to the Secretariat, to produce power on a large scale. A questionnaire related to the details required for setting up solar power plants will be sent to the collectors, and they must fill it in completely and send it to the office of the Principal Secretary for Energy within a week. Apart from government buildings, the Deputy CM directed that solar power plants should also be installed on government schools, junior colleges, degree colleges, and higher education institution buildings, and details of these buildings should be sent. The collectors were also instructed to send details of the large vacant lands available under the jurisdiction of the Irrigation Department and the Roads & Buildings Department. The Deputy CM explained to the collectors that under the ROFR Act, 6.70 lakh acres of land were distributed by the then Congress government in agency areas, and that, under the Nallamala Declaration, the government plans to provide free solar pump sets in these lands through the Indira Solar Girijana Vikasam scheme. As part of the Nallamala Declaration, the programme has already started in Achampet constituency, and the state government is planning to launch it in certain areas of Adilabad district this month.
Hans India
07-08-2025
- Business
- Hans India
AP aims for 160 GW green energy target
VIJAYAWADA: Andhra Pradesh has set an ambitious target to generate 160 gigawatts (GW) of renewable energy through its new Green Energy Policy, announced Minister for Energy Gottipati Ravi Kumar. Speaking at the Green Energy Conference in Vijayawada, he stated that all proposed projects are slated for completion by 2029. The conference, organised by the AP State Skill Development Corporation (APSSDC) and the Swaniti Initiative, also featured IT Minister Nara Lokesh. Minister Ravi Kumar highlighted the government's strong commitment to clean energy, noting that investor confidence, which had been shaken during the previous administration, has been restored by Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu. He said the government has already signed several Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) and is now focused on translating these agreements into operational projects. The Rayalaseema region was specifically identified as a prime location for these ventures. To support this massive undertaking, the government is prioritising skill development. The APSSDC will provide targeted training to unemployed youth to create a skilled workforce for the sector. 'Our government has a clear goal of creating 20 lakh (2 million) job opportunities,' the minister affirmed. He also announced that Reliance Industries is a key partner in this initiative, with plans to establish 500 Compressed Biogas (CBG) plants across the State. A foundation stone for a major CBG plant was recently laid in Prakasam district by Minister Lokesh. These plants are expected to generate over 2.5 lakh jobs, provide better lease income for farmers, and reduce rural migration.
The Hindu
21-06-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Bhatti announces DA hike for power employees, compliments them for meeting high power demand this summer
Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka announced a 1.944% hike in Dearness Allowance (DA) for Power department employees on Saturday benefitting 71,417 employees and pensioners across the State. The revised DA also applies to artisans along with power employees and pensioners. The DA has been increased from 14.074% to 16.018%, and the revised rate will be implemented retrospectively from January this year, he said. The enhanced DA will result in an additional monthly burden of ₹11.193 crore on power utilities. Mr. Vikramarka said electricity has become as essential to industrial production in today's competitive world as air is to life. During the previous government's tenure, in March 2023, the peak power demand stood at 15,000 MW. After the Congress government assumed office, the demand rose to 17,162 MW by March 2025, an increase of 2,000 MW. Despite this sharp rise in demand, the government and power employees have worked like a family to ensure uninterrupted and quality power supply. Mr. Vikramarka also anticipated a steep rise in demand. According to a central government agency report, Telangana's peak power demand is projected to reach 26,299 MW by 2029-30 and 33,773 MW by 2034-35. To meet these future requirements, the State government is already planning ahead to boost power generation capacity. He said the Congress government introduced the new Green Energy Policy targeting the production of 20,000 MW of green power by 2029-30. The power sector workforce must be ready to face future challenges and reiterated that the government and power employees together form an ideal family.
The Hindu
18-06-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Bhatti launches 1912 electricity ambulance service in Khammam
Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka has said that the 1912 Electricity Ambulances, manned by emergency response team personnel, have been deployed to attend to power supply interruptions promptly, on the lines of 108 medical emergency services. Consumers can dial 1912 from anywhere if there is a power issue to avail the services of the electricity ambulances equipped with ladder, electric cables and requisite tools. This service is available across the State, he noted. Mr. Vikramarka, who holds the portfolios of Energy and Finance, launched the 1912 electricity ambulance service of the Northern Power Distribution Company of Telangana Limited (TGNPDCL) and inaugurated a health camp for electricity department staff in Khammam on Wednesday. He also inaugurated a sub-station real-time feeder monitoring system and fault passage indicators at the electricity sub-station at Janakipuram in Bonakal mandal. He said that all power projects in the State, including the first to seventh phases of the Kothagudem Thermal Power Station (KTPS), were initiated and completed under Congress rule. In contrast, not a single unit of electricity was added during the 10-year rule of BRS, he said, pointing out that though some projects were started, none were completed. 'During TRS rule, the demand in March 2023 was 15,000 MW, but under Congress rule, it rose to 17,162 MW by March 2025,' he added. Despite the surge in demand, uninterrupted power supply was maintained, he said, appreciating the electricity staff for providing quality services round-the-clock even during midnight and floods. Telangana will require 26,299 MW by 2029-30 and 33,773 MW by 2034-35, he said, quoting a Central government agency's report. The State government is already preparing estimates to double power generation to meet the future demand. The new Green Energy Policy envisages production of 20,000 MW of green energy by 2029-30, he noted. He emphasised that government is currently supplying free electricity to 29,000 agricultural pump sets on 24/7 basis and providing free electricity to eligible households up to 200 units benefiting over 50.71 lakh poor families. The government is spending ₹11,500 crore annually on behalf of farmers and paying ₹2,293 crore to power utilities for free electricity scheme up to 200 units. Later, the Deputy Chief Minister, along with Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhakar, laid the foundation stone for a new bus stand in Madhira town at an estimated cost of ₹10 crore.
The Hindu
02-06-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
People's government is firm in its resolve to rebuild State, realise the dreams of Telangana martyrs: D. Sridhar Babu
Affirming the commitment of the Congress government to rebuild Telangana to realise the dreams of martyrs of Telangana Statehood movement, IT and Industries Minister D. Sridhar Babu has said the Telangana Rising-2047 action plan will propel Telangana's inclusive growth. Speaking at the Telangana Formation Day main ceremony held at the police parade grounds in Karimnagar on Monday (June 2), the Minister said it is our responsibility to cherish the memories and indomitable spirit of the martyrs of Telangana movement, carry forward their legacy and realise their vision. He reiterated that the people's government will support the bereaved families of the Telangana martyrs. He added that the vision document presented by Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy at the recently held NITI Aayog meeting envisages welfare of poor, progressive policies, development of world-class infrastructure and good governance. The State government has already initiated a string of key initiatives, including the Welfare and Social Justice policy, Green Energy Policy, Infra and Industrial Policy, and Tourism Policy in this direction to position Telangana as a progressive State, he added. 'Our government succeeded in unveiling the growth potential of Telangana at several international fora, including the WEF Davos, thereby attracting huge investments with a thrust on economic growth and job creation,' he said. Mr. Sridhar Babu added that the prestigious global events, including BioAsia-2025, AI Global Summit and Miss World beauty pageant, were organised successfully in Hyderabad. He said the landmark welfare initiatives of the State government such as Indira Mahila Shakti, Maha Lakshmi free travel for women in TGSRTC buses, Rythu Barosa, Rajiv Yuva Vikasam and Bhu Bharati are the hallmarks of the inclusive welfare agenda of the people's government. Karimnagar Collector Pamela Satpathy, Commissioner of Police Gaush Alam and others were present.
