Inauguration of 2x10 MVA GIS substation under the IPDS scheme in Purnia, Bihar

Purnia/New Delhi: As part of the ‘Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav’, 2x10 MVA GIS Substation was inaugurated in Purnia, Bihar under the IPDS scheme of Government of India. The 2x10 MVA GIS Substation was commissioned by North Bihar Power Distribution Co. Ltd (NBPDCL). Power Finance Corporation is the nodal agency for the project executed under IPDS scheme.

 

The inauguration ceremony is a part of ‘Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav’ celebrations marking 75 years of India’s independence.

The inauguration ceremony was attended by officials from North Bihar Power Distribution Co. Ltd (NBPDCL) and Power Finance Corporation.

 

2x10 MVA GIS Substation for Purnia was sanctioned in 2018 under IPDS scheme with sanctioned cost of Rs 8.99 crore, with grant of Rs 5.40 crore from Government of India. The GIS Substation was declared complete on 6th April, 2021, overcoming the challenges posed by the prevailing Covid situation.

 

The GIS Substation will benefit approximately 3.26 lakh people of Purnia and the surrounding areas. It will further reduce the land requirement and will lower the operational and maintenance cost and will also provide a safe working environment for the attending personnel.

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