Bhatti Vikramarka Directs Genco Officials to Boost Power Generation to 140 Million Units

Telangana Deputy Chief Minister and Energy Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka has instructed officials of TS Genco to ensure power plants operate at full capacity to meet the growing electricity demand in the state. The Deputy CM held a review meeting with senior power department officials in Hyderabad to assess the power situation and future requirements.

During the meeting, Bhatti Vikramarka directed officials to significantly improve the Plant Load Factor (PLF) across thermal power stations. He instructed them to scale up daily power generation to 140 million units (MU). Highlighting potential declines in hydel power generation due to the El Nino effect, he stressed the need for an uninterrupted coal supply to all thermal stations.

The Minister instructed officials to focus on resolving pending dues to ensure the smooth operation of power generation units. He urged the administration to maintain close coordination so that fuel shortages do not disrupt plant functioning.

With power consumption continuously rising across the domestic, agricultural, and industrial sectors in Telangana, the Deputy Chief Minister emphasized the necessity of proactive measures. He asked officials to initiate immediate steps to meet the state's growing energy requirements efficiently.