| Project Detail |
The project aims to strengthen Assam’s electricity distribution system, comprising networks at 33Kilo-Volts (KV) level and
below, by a) constructing new 33/11KV substations at important load centers, b) laying of new 33KV and 11KV overhead
distribution lines, and c) installation of new High Voltage Distribution System (HVDS) at select locations to improve
reliability and to reduce the distribution losses. The project will comprise three components:
- Component 1: Construction of approximately 196 nos. of 33/11KV substations with the associated 33KV and 11KV
distribution lines;
- Component 2: Construction of approximately 1,100 HVDS to replace the existing low voltage network; and
- Component 3: Technical Assistance including a) hiring of Project Management Consultants during the project preparation
and implementation, and b) other measures to improve the capacity of the Implementing Agency.
Objective The objective of the Project is to improve the reliability, capacity and security of the power distribution system in Assam.
Expected Results The project is expected to result in improvement of the electricity distribution network by reducing distribution losses, voltage
fluctuations and distribution transformers’ failure rates. The key results indicators are:
i) reduction in distribution losses (%);
ii) improvement in the High Tension (HT) to Low Tension (LT) transmission lines ratio from the current 2.35:1 to
1.95:1 (ideal HT:LT ratio is 1:1); and
iii) reduction in distribution transformers’ failure rate due to introduction of HVDS. |
