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Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Over 5,500 rooftop solar connections installed in north Delhi
Over 5,500 rooftop solar connections have been installed across North Delhi, Tata Power Delhi Distribution Limited (Tata Power-DDL) officials said on Saturday. The initiative supports the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana and Delhi Solar Policy, helping consumers reduce electricity bills while boosting clean energy adoption, the company said in a statement. The C&I segment contributes the highest energised capacity at 60.969 MWp (megawatt peak), compared to 34.929 MWp from domestic users and 12.565 MWp from others. (AP) The company said that domestic users lead in installations with 3,995 rooftop solar systems, followed by 1,497 in the Commercial and Industrial (C&I) sector and 38 in other categories. But the C&I segment contributes the highest energised capacity at 60.969 MWp (megawatt peak), compared to 34.929 MWp from domestic users and 12.565 MWp from others. The discom said that residential societies are also embracing solar power, with 13 societies in Tata Power-DDL's operational areas installing systems totalling 0.377 MWp. Most opted for setups between 2 kW and 3 kW. A Tata Power-DDL spokesperson said, 'Each kilowatt of rooftop solar generates 100–120 units monthly, allowing consumers to recover costs in three to four years through bill savings.' The total sanctioned load has now crossed 100 MWp. According to the company, government incentives have spurred adoption. Under the PM Surya Ghar scheme, households get ₹30,000 per kW for systems up to 2 kW, with subsidies capped at ₹78,000 for larger setups. Residents also receive up to 300 free units monthly from their solar output. In the scheme, Resident Welfare Associations (RWAs) qualify for ₹18,000 per kW for shared facilities such as lighting and electric vehicles charging, limited to 3 kW per household and 500 kW per RWA. The Delhi Solar Policy adds further benefits, including ₹30,000 capital subsidies and generation-based incentives, the company said. Tata Power-DDL assists consumers with site checks, technical support, and net metering to ease the shift to solar.
Hindustan Times
11-08-2025
- General
- Hindustan Times
Discoms urge people to not use metal-coated strings to fly kites on Independence Day
New Delhi, Ahead of Independence Day, power distribution entities in Delhi urged people not to use metal-coated strings for flying kites, saying it poses a "severe risk" to life and disrupts electricity supply. Discoms urge people to not use metal-coated strings to fly kites on Independence Day People in the city enjoy kite flying every year during Independence Day. A BSES spokesperson said, "Metal-coated manjha, very effective in cutting the opponent's kite string, is a deadly conductor of electricity. Its use has been linked to numerous accidents, injuries, and large-scale power outages across the city." Metal-coated strings not only pose a "severe risk" to life but also lead to disruption in power supply through tripping, affecting thousands of people, the spokesperson added. Metal-coated kite strings endanger lives, disrupt power supply, and jeopardise public safety, especially during high kite-flying seasons like Independence Day, said the BSES spokesperson. The Tata Power Delhi Distribution Limited has also appealed to its customers to be mindful of the electrical network and use cotton strings or any other natural fibre instead of the metal-coated manjha. Raj Kumar Rastogi, the chief of operations and safety at TPDDL, said, "We urge everyone to fly kites away from electrical wires and installations, as it can lead to power tripping and even serious accidents." The tripping of a single 33/66 KV overhead line can disrupt power for over 10,000 residents, while a single 11 KV line can affect over 2,500 residents. Each year, multiple instances of kite-flying-related trippings are reported, he said. The threat extends beyond power disruptions. Reckless kite flying, especially with metal-coated strings, can lead to severe injuries or even electrocution for the flyer if it comes in contact with live wires or other electrical installations. The discom has appealed to people, especially family elders and parents, to counsel their children to refrain from using such strings and retrieving kites from electric wires and other such power installations. They have also been conducting an awareness campaign to prevent the use of metal-coated strings in kite flying. TPDDL has planned to hold a mega rally in the slum clusters and resettlement colonies in the city with the engagement of the company's Social Impact Group to raise awareness about electrical safety, said a spokesperson of the discom. With the help of cutting-edge Geospatial Techniques, the discom analyses the past trends of service disruptions and visualises areas such as Jahangirpuri, Mangolpuri, Sultanpuri, Kirari, Bhaslwa, Burari, Badli, Karala, Wazirpur and Bawana that are prone to get affected by kite flying-induced interruptions, it said. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
Time of India
26-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
No more dangling dangers: Janakpuri to be soon free of overhead electrical wires
New Delhi: Delhi govt has started replacing about two kilometres of overhead low-tension electrical wires with underground feeder and service cables in west Delhi's Janakpuri. The govt launched a pilot project in north Delhi's Shalimar Bagh, which falls under the jurisdiction of Tata Power Delhi Distribution Limited, earlier this month, while the work in Janakpuri is being executed by a BSES discom. Officials said more resdiential pockets, such as parts of Malviya Nagar and Safdarjung Development Area, would also be included in the project. Power department officials said it was a critical step towards fulfilling Delhi govt's ambitious vision of creating a Viksit Delhi—a city entirely free from overhead electrical wires. You Can Also Check: Delhi AQI | Weather in Delhi | Bank Holidays in Delhi | Public Holidays in Delhi Officials said the low-tension electrical cables would be replaced by around 2,500 metres of underground feeder cables and 2,400 metres of service cables in C4E Block of Janakpuri. The new underground network will incorporate 15 strategically placed feeder pillars whose supply will be monitored by a distribution substation monitoring system through feed gathered from strategically placed intelligent sensors, which can be viewed at any location. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Book Now And Save up to ₹23.71L on Luxury Homes in Whitefield Sumadhura Group Learn More Undo "The project incorporates advanced technological solutions such as fully automated fault restoration terminal units, enabling remote fault isolation and restoration in under 15 minutes, significantly reducing downtime," said an official. "IoT-based sensors will provide real-time monitoring, delivering insights for predictive maintenance and optimal load management." During the transition phase, the residents will face "minimal inconvenience", with carefully managed, brief scheduled shutdowns to ensure smooth and efficient execution, the official added. Officials said the installation of feeder pillars was underway and the cable-laying activities started recently. The work is expected to be completed by the end of Aug, if timely road-cutting permissions are received. Delhi govt has allocated Rs 100 crore in its 2025-26 budget for the broader rollout of the underground cabling project. This development plan aims to improve urban infrastructure and enhance power supply reliability in the city.
Fashion Value Chain
21-07-2025
- General
- Fashion Value Chain
Tata Power-DDL Ensures Safety for Kanwar Yatra 2025
Tata Power-DDL Enhances Safety for Kanwar Yatra Pilgrims Tata Power Delhi Distribution Limited (Tata Power-DDL), the key electricity provider to over 9 million residents in North Delhi, is implementing robust safety measures to ensure a secure Kanwar Yatra 2025 across its operational zones. The annual pilgrimage attracts lakhs of devotees, significantly increasing the risk of accidental contact with electrical infrastructure, especially during the monsoon season. To achieve zero-incident operations, zonal teams have been directed to map all Kanwar camps in their jurisdictions and enforce preventive safety protocols. These include leakage testing of electric poles, substations, and transformers, especially in areas with dense foot traffic or temporary camps. Teams are replacing or repairing cable joints and damaged jumpers, securing feeder and service pillar covers, checking earthing systems, ensuring streetlights function properly, installing visible danger signboards, and maintaining adequate stocks of PPEs and tools for field operations. In addition, Tata Power-DDL has taken vital steps to ensure Kanwar camp electrical safety: Camps are equipped with meters, and appropriate-rated MCB and ELCB units. Only high-quality, insulated wires (as per connected load) are used, eliminating open joints. Damaged open panels or hazardous installations are barricaded or fenced. Special attention is given to low-lying, waterlogged areas due to monsoon conditions. Public cooperation is essential in supporting these safety initiatives. Tata Power-DDL encourages all pilgrims to follow these key guidelines: Keep a safe distance from electric poles, wires, and transformers. Avoid touching electrical equipment with wet hands. Do not stop or place Kanwars beneath high-voltage lines. For vehicle-borne Kanwars, maintain at least a 1-meter gap below overhead wires. Never use metal pipes or wet sticks to lift electrical wires. In case of any electrical hazard, contact the nearest electricity office or dial 19124 immediately. These combined efforts reinforce Tata Power-DDL's continued commitment to public safety and support a smooth, accident-free Kanwar Yatra 2025.
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Business Standard
12-07-2025
- Politics
- Business Standard
Delhi CM launches pilot project to shift overhead power cables underground
Launching the product, Gupta said that it will change the face of the densely packed colony by freeing it from the web of overhead wires Press Trust of India New Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Saturday launched a pilot project to remove the overhead power lines and shift them underground at BH Block, Janta Flats Colony, in her Shalimar Bagh constituency. The project, with an outlay of Rs 8 crore, is expected to be completed in three months. Launching the product, Gupta said that it will change the face of the densely packed colony by freeing it from the web of overhead wires. The project will also ensure safe and uninterrupted electricity supply in all weather conditions, Power Minister Ashish Sood concurred. In the budget 2025-26, Gupta, who also helms the finance department, had announced that Rs 100 crore will be allocated to shift the overhead power cables in the city underground. According to Tata Power Delhi Distribution Limited chief executive officer D Basak, nearly 10 kilometres of power lines will be laid underground.
