SRINAGAR: Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL) has achieved a major milestone in strengthening the power infrastructure of the remote Gurez region with the commissioning of the 33/11 kV, 6.3 MVA Kanzalwan Receiving Station.
According to the statement, the achievement follows the directives issued during a recent review visit to Gurez by the Managing Director, KPDCL, alongside the Chief Engineer Distribution and senior officials.
The visit, aimed at assessing winter preparedness, resulted in firm instructions to prioritise the commissioning of the Kanzalwan Receiving Station, complete grid connectivity for all habitations, ensure adequate High-Speed Diesel (HSD) dumping, and expedite Smart Metering for improved load management.
These measures were considered essential for maintaining uninterrupted power, especially when the region switches to standalone mode due to intermittent snapping of grid connectivity with the Grid Station Bandipora.
Acting swiftly and efficiently within the limited working season, the Executive Engineer ED Bandipora and Executive Engineer STD Ganderbal mobilised resources on a war footing and completed target works in record time.
As a result, 100% grid connectivity has now been provided to the habitations of Bagtore, Refugee Mohalla, Dasi Bagtore, Tarbal, Banjran, Kanzalwan, Nai Basti Kanzalwan, Izmarg, Jalindora, Chuntiwari, and Korangbal. The new grid-based system replaces the earlier 7-hour diesel-driven power supply, enabling the decommissioning of DG Sets at Tarbal (200 kVA), Bagtore (100 kVA), Korangbal (62.5 kVA), and Kanzalwan (320 kVA).
To further secure uninterrupted power availability through the harsh winter, KPDCL has stocked 4,68,000 litres of HSD, sufficient to meet regional requirements until May 2026.
In parallel, under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS), KPDCL is concurrently progressing with advanced infrastructure and technological upgrades across Gurez. As part of the initial phase, 300 Smart Meters have been installed on the Dawar and Wanpora feeders, significantly enhancing operational efficiency, improving consumer-side load management, and reducing Aggregate Technical & Commercial (AT&C) losses.
KPDCL reiterates its commitment to strengthening power infrastructure, accelerating RDSS implementation, and ensuring a resilient and reliable electricity supply across the remote and challenging terrains of Gurez.
