Andhra Pradesh Chief Secretary K Vijayanand has directed officials to expedite power transmission projects worth over Rs 12,000 crore to strengthen the state’s electricity grid and ensure uninterrupted power supply.

These initiatives, led by the Transmission Corporation of Andhra Pradesh (APTRANSCO), include seven completed projects worth Rs 155 crore, 62 ongoing works valued at nearly Rs 8,000 crore, five recently awarded projects worth Rs 363 crore, and 31 upcoming works estimated at Rs 3,500 crore. The Chief Secretary emphasised focusing on critical and high-demand zones to support reliable electricity distribution across all consumer categories. He also instructed departments to submit weekly progress reports, conduct third-party quality inspections, and maintain close coordination with district administrations, especially in the Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA) area.

During a review meeting, APTRANSCO officials highlighted the recent commissioning of 220 kV lines and bus reactors aimed at enhancing grid capacity. They confirmed that tendering for 31 new projects is underway and ongoing projects are being strictly monitored. The state government aims to meet the growing electricity demand through systematic upgrades and targeted infrastructure development.