KARGIL: Member of Parliament from Ladakh on Thursday directed implementing agencies to expedite works under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS), the Prime Minister’s Development Package (PMDP) and the Smart Metering Programme, stressing the need for timely execution, closer inter-agency coordination and continuous monitoring to strengthen Kargil’s power infrastructure.
Chairing a high-level review meeting, the MP assessed the physical and financial progress of projects under RDSS and PMDP, besides reviewing the status of smart meter installation across the district. He instructed departments to remove implementation bottlenecks on priority to ensure that the benefits of the schemes reach consumers within the stipulated timelines.
The meeting focused on improving the electricity distribution network, upgrading power infrastructure, reducing transmission and distribution losses and ensuring reliable and uninterrupted electricity supply. Particular emphasis was laid on accelerating smart meter installation and completing infrastructure works sanctioned under the RDSS.
Officials from the Power Development Department (PDD), Rural Electrification Corporation (REC), Ladakh Power Distribution Corporation Limited (LPDCL) and other executing agencies briefed the Chair on the progress achieved, ongoing works, financial status, project timelines and challenges affecting implementation.
The MP emphasised that effective coordination among executing agencies would be essential for maintaining project schedules and improving the overall efficiency of the power distribution system. He directed departments to undertake regular field-level monitoring and resolve technical and administrative issues without delay.
Representatives of the implementing agencies assured the meeting that ongoing works would be accelerated and all necessary measures taken to complete the projects in accordance with the approved timelines.
The meeting was attended by Deputy Commissioner and Chief Executive Officer, LAHDC Kargil, Rakesh Kumar (IAS), the Chief Engineer, Distribution, Ladakh, Superintending Engineer, UT Ladakh, Executive Engineer, Power Development Department, Kargil, General Manager, NHPC, and engineers and technical officials from REC and LPDCL.
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