Lucknow: Despite extreme heat conditions and a sharp rise in electricity demand, Uttar Pradesh's power supply system continues to function smoothly while addressing complaints related to transformers and outages on priority, claimed the Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Limited (UPPCL).
The state is currently providing 18 hours of electricity in rural areas, 21.5 hours in tehsil headquarters and nagar panchayats, and 24-hour supply in district headquarters.
UPPCL director (distribution), Gyanendra Dhar Dwivedi, said the corporation is making continuous efforts through long- and short-term agreements, energy exchanges, and energy banking arrangements to maintain uninterrupted supply. On May 22 at 2:30 PM, the state recorded a peak power supply of 30,357 megawatts.
Officials and employees have been instructed to remain active in their areas, attend consumer calls, and ensure quick restoration during outages. Adequate transformers, repair gangs, funds, and other resources have also been arranged to tackle disruptions caused by heavy summer load.
The UPPCL has taken proactive measures to mitigate the impact of the heat wave. Additional transformer banks have been deployed in high-demand areas, and a dedicated helpline has been set up for consumers to report faults. The corporation is also coordinating with the state load dispatch center to manage peak loads efficiently.
Residents have appreciated the efforts, though some areas still face intermittent supply issues. The UPPCL assures that all complaints are being addressed on a priority basis, with teams working round the clock to restore power in case of any breakdowns.
