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The Hindu
15-05-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
BHEL urged to expedite equipment supply for Polavaram and Lower Sileru projects
Chief Secretary and Special Chief Secretary (Energy) K. Vijayanand emphasised the importance of expediting the supply of electrical and mechanical equipment by Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) for the timely commissioning of Polavaram Hydro Electric Project (PHEP) (12x80MW) and the additional units of Lower Sileru project (2x115MW). In a review meeting held on Wednesday, Mr. Vijayanand requested BHEL to prioritise the completion of Polavaram and Lower Sileru projects. BHEL CMD K. Sadashiv Murthy assured the government of strict adherence to the supply schedules and to expediting deliveries for both projects to ensure their timely commissioning. He also agreed to investigate the causes of repeated rotor failures at Dr. NTTPS Stage-V (800 - MW unit) and take prompt corrective measures to ensure uninterrupted power supply during the peak summer. Additionally, he promised to resolve the pending issues related to Sri Damodaram Sanjeevaiah Thermal Power Station at the earliest. AP - Genco officials said with 12 large Kaplan turbine units (each 80 - MW), PHEP was the first of its kind unit in India as they were capable of handling a substantial discharge of 335 Cumecs. Upon completion, the project would generate 960 MW of hydroelectric power, supplying approximately 23 million units per day. The estimated annual revenue from it was pegged at Rs.1,250 crore calculated at a unit price of Rs.5. As far as the Lower Sileru project is concerned, the AP - Genco officials said it was aimed at enhancing the peak power capacity of the existing powerhouse and involves the addition of two 115 - MW units to the existing four units. This extension would play a crucial role in supplying power during the peak summer when the unit price exceeds Rs.10. Besides, these additional units would support the grid during emergencies. AP - Genco MD K.V.N. Chakaradhar Babu, Directors M. Sujaya Kumar (Hydel), P. Ashok Kumar Reddy (Thermal), BHEL Director (Engineering, Research and Development) S.M. Ramanathan and Executive Director Pankaj Rastogi were among those present.
Muscat Daily
11-05-2025
- Health
- Muscat Daily
Oman boosts disease surveillance with new system
Muscat – The Ministry of Health (MoH) will officially launch its Event-Based Surveillance System project on Monday, alongside a ceremony marking the graduation of two new cohorts from the Public Health Empowerment Programme (PHEP), specialising in the Field Epidemiology Training Programme (FETP Frontline). The event, to be held under the patronage of H E Dr Saeed bin Hareb al Lamki, Undersecretary for Health Affairs in MoH, will bring together officials from various government sectors, besides the health. H E Dr Saeed bin Hareb al Lamki The new surveillance system, developed in collaboration with the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Eastern Mediterranean Public Health Network (EMPHNET), aims to enhance Oman's ability to detect and respond to health threats. It complements the existing Indicator-Based Surveillance Programme, reinforcing the concept of 'epidemiological vigilance' by providing real-time data from health centres, schools, and community channels. The system uses advanced technologies to improve operational efficiency and accelerate response times, aligning with Oman's broader strategy to strengthen its public health infrastructure. The project has already been rolled out nationwide, following the training of essential personnel across all governorates. So far, 188 participants from key sectors, including the Environment Authority, municipalities, and the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources, have been trained in surveillance mechanisms. The ministry also developed a scientific manual and tailored training methodologies to guide the implementation, supported by workshops and field trials. The initiative has improved early warning systems, enhanced outbreak response, and strengthened multi-sectoral collaboration, aligning with the 'One Health' approach that integrates human, animal, and environmental health efforts. The PHEP, launched in August 2022, underpins this effort, offering a hybrid learning model that combines classroom instruction with practical field training. To date, 102 participants from the health sector and related fields have graduated, supported by 20 specialised mentors.
