Kishtwar : Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, on Thursday visited Kishtwar district to inspect the ongoing works and operational status of two major hydroelectric power projects including 850 MW Rattle Hydroelectric Power Project and 390 MW Dul Hasti Hydroelectric Power Station.
The Chief Secretary was accompanied by Principal Secretary, Power Development Department, H. Rajesh Prasad; Managing Director, JKPDCL, Rahul Yadav; Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar, Rajesh Kumar Shavan along with senior officers from the civil administration and representatives of the power project authorities.
At the Rattle Hydroelectric Power Project, located in Drabshalla Block, the Chief Secretary was briefed on the current status and progress on the project through a PowerPoint Presentation. He also reviewed progress on construction works, visited Power Intake Structure, Coffer Dam, Underground Powerhouse Complex, Tail Raised Tunnel and assessed implementation status of various project components.
The Chief Secretary issued on the spot directions to the concerned authorities to expedite the pace of work and ensure project’s timely completion. He emphasised on maintaining quality standards while effectively addressing the key operational challenges.
The Chief Secretary also visited the Dul Hasti Hydroelectric Power Station and inspected its ongoing operations. He interacted with the project officials, reviewed operational efficiency and issued necessary directives to enhance the performance and resolve the pending issues.
Later, the Chief Secretary held a meeting with the officers of NHPC, CVPPL and HOPs of all power projects in Kishtwar.
Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar, Rajesh Kumar Shavan besides other senior officers of district administration were present on the occasion.
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