Lucknow, May 24
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed that uninterrupted and quality electricity supply be ensured across the state amid the intense heat and rising power demand. He emphasized that common citizens, farmers, traders, and industries should not face a power crisis, and instructed continuous monitoring at all levels. He said the Energy Department must work with full sensitivity and promptness during this challenging summer season. The Chief Minister was reviewing the power supply arrangements on Sunday in the presence of Energy Minister Arvind Kumar Sharma, State Minister Kailash Singh Rajput, and officials from the Energy Department, Power Corporation, and all DISCOMs.
The Chief Minister instructed strengthening the state’s power generation capacity and ensuring uninterrupted availability during the summer. He directed that maximum capacity utilization of production units be ensured, with top priority given to technical efficiency and maintenance. The meeting was informed that the total generation capacity of Uttar Pradesh Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Limited has increased to 13,388 MW, including 9,120 MW from thermal plants such as Anpara, Obra, Harduaganj, Parichha, Jawaharpur, and Panki, and 526.4 MW from hydropower projects. Additionally, 3,742 MW is available through joint ventures from Meja, Ghatampur, and Khurja projects. Compared to 2022, the corporation’s installed capacity has recorded an 86% increase by 2026. Furthermore, about 10,000 MW is being generated from non-conventional energy sources.
The Chief Minister stressed strengthening, modernizing, and making the transmission network more reliable to meet rising demand. He noted that transmission efficiency is crucial for supply stability and directed that technical disruptions be minimized and continuous monitoring ensured. The meeting was informed that Uttar Pradesh Power Transmission Corporation Limited currently operates 60,858 circuit kilometers of transmission lines, with 715 substations providing 205,632 MVA capacity. Transmission availability stands at 99.30%, while losses have reduced to 3.2%.
CM directed that the distribution system be made more accountable and consumer-centric. Fixing feeder-wise responsibility, he warned that negligence in transformer failures, feeder disruptions, or complaint resolution would not be tolerated. He instructed that a quick response system remain active even during storms and extreme temperatures. Officials reported that storms on May 4, 7, and 15 affected 38 substations and 326 feeders, but restoration was carried out swiftly. He also directed that proper approval be obtained before excavation at underground cable sites to avoid supply disruption.
The Chief Minister welcomed the reduction in transformer damage incidents and instructed further improvement. The meeting noted that compared to 2022–23, power transformer damage has reduced by 80%. In 2022–23, 429 transformers were damaged, while in 2025–26 the number fell to 87. Damage to large distribution transformers (above 100 kVA) also declined significantly — from 39,177 units in 2022–23 to 20,292 units in 2025–26 — due to improved safety mechanisms, timely repairs, and accountability.
Officials reported that April and May this year recorded significantly higher temperatures compared to last year, leading to rising demand. Between April 15 and May 22, average daily demand rose from 501 million units to 561 million units, while peak demand increased from 29,831 MW to 30,339 MW. On May 20–22, Uttar Pradesh ranked second among states meeting the highest electricity demand in the country. The Chief Minister directed procurement from all possible sources to meet rising demand. Officials noted that despite disruptions at several plants since May 15, Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation arranged power banking with 12 states.
Looking ahead, the Chief Minister emphasized long-term energy strategy. The meeting noted that between 2015 and 2026, the state tied up for 32,305 MW capacity, with 62% added in the last three years. By 2029, an additional 10,719 MW capacity is being planned through wind, battery storage, pumped hydro, and hybrid projects.
Yogi stressed making consumer services more technology-driven and transparent. Since November 2025, a new integrated 1912 call center system has been operational, with Lucknow and Noida centers balancing call loads. Call handling capacity has increased from 75,000 to 90,000 per day. The Chief Minister directed ministers to physically inspect the helpline centers. He instructed that consumers be given timely and accurate information during outages, including clear timelines for resolution, to build trust through communication and transparency.
Chief Minister also directed making the smart meter system more consumer-friendly. Officials reported that 8.923 million smart meters have been installed. As per government orders, all prepaid smart meters have been converted back to postpaid. From June 2026, bills will be issued between the 1st and 10th of each month on a postpaid basis, delivered via SMS, WhatsApp, and email. Special camps are being held across the state from May 15 to June 30 to resolve smart meter complaints. The Chief Minister emphasized improving billing and collection efficiency to ensure timely and accurate bills.
Yogi concluded that electricity supply is not merely a technical issue but directly linked to citizens’ lives, farmers’ irrigation, trade, and industrial growth. He directed regular monitoring of field officers, prompt complaint resolution, and strict action against negligence. Ensuring adequate power supply during summer, he said, is among the government’s highest priorities, and all DISCOMs must work together to achieve it.
