With IMD forecasting heavy rains in Visakhapatnam, Anakapalli, Konaseema, Kakinada, and West Godavari districts, Chief Secretary K. Vijayanand held a review meeting with APTRANSCO and DISCOM officials in virtual mode.

He directed utilities to stock materials, generators and pumps, and ensure quick restoration in case of outages. Officials were told to set up round-the-clock control rooms, appoint nodal officers, and coordinate with district administrations.

Special safety measures were advised near Ganesh pandals ahead of the festive season, while linemen and senior staff were instructed to remain on duty without leave until conditions become normal.

Mr. Vijayanand assured that the government remains committed to ensuring 24×7 supply and uninterrupted agricultural power.

Meanwhile, Andhra Pradesh Power Generation Corporation (APGENCO) Managing Director K.V.N. Chakradhar Babu reviewed critical equipment works at Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL), Haridwar.

During his visit to BHEL Haridwar, Mr. Chakradhar Babu inspected the manufacturing of generators, turbines, rotor blades, and other key components for APGENCO projects, including the Lower Sileru and Polavaram schemes.

He reviewed major repair works on 800 MW generator rotors and turbines from APGENCO’s thermal stations. Stressing quality workmanship and strict timelines, he said the timely completion of these projects would significantly strengthen the State’s power supply.