Ranchi: The Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) has announced plans to invest thousands of crores in developing power plants and substations across Jharkhand. DVC Chairman S. Suresh Kumar (IAS) revealed these plans during the inauguration of the first 33/11 kV e-House substation in Kandra, Dhanbad recently.

He highlighted DVC’s crucial role in societal and national progress and outlined a comprehensive expansion strategy aimed at strengthening Jharkhand’s power infrastructure.

As part of this initiative, DVC will establish 11 kV infrastructure in 25 locations throughout Jharkhand, including the construction of 12 state-of-the-art e-House substations. This project aims to enhance the reliability and efficiency of power distribution, foster regional growth, and support small industries by providing high-quality power at competitive rates.

Speakers at the event noted that DVC’s entry into the 11 kV distribution sector marks a significant milestone, reflecting its dedication to delivering advanced, efficient, and sustainable energy solutions. In addition to the substation in Kandra, Dhanbad, DVC is establishing two centralised control rooms in Kalyaneshwari and Koderma.

These facilities will enable centralised and unmanned monitoring of substations, enhancing operational efficiency. DVC is also adopting advanced technologies such as Ring Main Units (RMU), underground cabling, an Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS), and a Meter Data Management System (MDMS) to modernise power distribution.

The speakers at the ceremony mentioned that this project illustrates DVC’s commitment to innovation and its mission to empower industries and communities through sustainable energy solutions. The modular 33/11 kV e-House substation incorporates cutting-edge GIS (Gas Insulated Switchgear) technology, ensuring greater safety, faster installation, and efficient use of space.

BI Bureau