Special Chief Secretary for Energy, K Vijayanand, announced that Andhra Pradesh is advancing its renewable energy initiatives by solarizing approximately 1,200 agricultural feeders, which will add a solar capacity of 3,725 MW. This move aims to provide free electricity to 1.96 million agricultural consumers in the state.
Vijayanand also revealed plans to solarize all government buildings in the state by December 2025, with support from Central Public Sector Enterprises like NTPC Vidyut Vyapar Nigam Limited (NVVNL) under the Renewable Energy Service Company (RESCO) model. He emphasized the government’s commitment to ensuring a reliable 24/7 power supply across domestic, industrial, and commercial sectors, while also providing free daytime power to the agricultural sector.
The state is focusing on increasing power generation, improving transmission and distribution efficiency, and promoting green energy, electric vehicles, and energy efficiency to secure an uninterrupted power supply. AP Transmission Corporation (APTRANSCO) operates a robust transmission network with 32,513 ckm and 370 substations, enhancing power transmission across the state. The electricity supply increased by 12.18% from 72,466.28 million units in FY 2022-23 to 81,292.93 million units in FY 2023-24.
Cost-saving measures include the allocation of the 400KV HVDC Raigarh-Puguluru-Thrissur line as a 50% state and 50% central share, reducing transmission utility charges by Rs 240 million annually. A new agreement with SembCorp Energy India Limited is expected to save Rs 3,600 million annually. Additionally, infrastructure projects funded by ADB and KfW banks, including the Vizag-Chennai Industrial Corridor and Green Energy Corridor, are in progress.