Andhra Pradesh Energy Minister Gottipati Ravi Kumar has announced that the state is undertaking advanced planning and infrastructure development to meet the growing industrial demand for electricity. 

The government has proposed to build 29 new substations to strengthen the grid and ensure reliable power supply. "Andhra Pradesh is emerging as a preferred destination for largescale industries, and in view of this rapid industrialization, the power sector must take up advance planning, strengthening, and augmentation of power infrastructure," the Minister said. 

As the state experiences a surge in industrial growth, driven by new industries and expanding industrial corridors, electricity consumption has significantly increased. Minister Kumar emphasised the need for power utilities to prepare for future load demands while ensuring 24/7 quality power for households and agricultural consumers. He also directed utilities to submit bi-weekly progress reports on transmission and distribution projects to enable real-time monitoring.