Delhi As part of ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’ – to celebrate 75 years of India’s Independence, The Ministry of Power in association with Governemnt of NCT of Delhi organized a ‘Bijli Mahotsav’ in North East district of Delhi. The Bijli Mahotsav was used as a platform to celebrate the collaboration between the state and the Central Governments and highlight the key achievements of the power sector.
Shri Manoj Tiwari, Member of Parliament graced the occasion as Chief Guest and addressed the gathering and highlighted the achievements made by Government in Power Sector. Ms Geetika Sharma, District Magistrate (North East) welcomed the Chief Guest. Shri Shubhankar Ghosh, ADM (NE), Shri Rizwanur Rahman, Executive Director, PFC, Shri Sharad Kumar, SDM (Seelampur), Shri Vikram Bisht, SDM (HQ) were also present in the event.
Key achievements like: Increase in generation capacity from 2,48,554 MW in 2014 to 4,00,000 MW today, strengthening of the distribution infrastructure in past five years by building 2,921 new sub-stations, augmentation of 3,926 sub-stations, installing 6,04,465 ckm LT lines, installing 2,68,838 11 KV HT lines, Feeder segregation of 1,22,123 ckm agricultural feeders and installing, etc. were highlighted during the event.
More than 300 people from nearby areas participated in the program. The event also witnessed several beneficiaries sharing their experiences. The benefits of electricity and the unprecedented growth shown the power sector over the past few years was demonstrated through nukkad nataks and screening of short films on the power sector. To engage with the visitor’s cultural programme was also organized. Given the large gathering, it was ensured that all Covid safety protocols such as social distancing and wearing of masks were adhered to. The Bijli Mahotsavs are being celebrated all over the country under the umbrella of Ujjwal Bharat Ujjwal Bhavishya – Power @2047 for more public participation and getting across the developments in the power sector to the citizens at large.
