Telangana Government is exploring various alternatives to bridge the gap of about 200 MW of estimated net shortage of power during this summer. Swapping of RLNG and possible connectivity with Eastern Grid via Vijayawada-Nellore corridor are two options being actively considered for availing 500 MW more, as per the information shared by Principal Secretary, Energy Aravind Kumar.
It is estimated that there could be 900 MW to 1000 MW shortfall state-wide for the next three months, Mr. Kumar said, while interacting with media on the sidelines of ‘Solar Energy Investment and Technology Forum’ here on Wednesday.
About 250 MW to 300 MW shortage will be met through naphtha-based production in the existing IPPs, while there is an undertaking for supply of 500 MW from the NTPC’s Kayamkulam plant which is also naphtha-based.
On the solar front, bids will be called for another 1000 MW in the coming 15 days, in addition to the 505 MW already finalised. Further, extension would be given to projects above 250 MW which could not be launched on time due to state bifurcation.
The aim is to reach the goal of 5000 MW of Non Renewable Energy through private producers in the coming four years. Interest is also expressed by public sector companies such as NTPC, NHPC and NEEPCO to set up solar plants for which the State Government needs to provide land. Process is on to work out the cost for such power, Mr. Kumar said.
