New Energy for Nimar Region – 500 MVA Capacity power Transformer Energized at Julwania

Madhya Pradesh Power Transmission Company (MP Transco) has successfully installed and energized a 500 MVA power transformer for the first time in the Nimar region. This transformer has been installed at the 400 kV substation in Julwania and is the third transformer of this capacity in the state — the previous two were installed only in Bhopal.

State Energy Minister Mr. Pradyumn Singh Tomar stated that the objective of this project is to ensure direct and high-quality power supply from the Singaji Super Thermal Power Plant in Khandwa to the Nimar region. This project has been completed at a cost of approximately Rs. 30 crore.

Benefit to Agriculture and Irrigation-

The Energy Minister added that the activation of this transformer will ensure adequate and quality electricity supply to agricultural consumers in the upcoming Rabi season. Additionally, lift irrigation projects will now receive uninterrupted electricity supply.

Major Boost in Regional Transmission Capacity-

According to Mr. Rajeev Agrawal, Additional Chief Engineer at MP Transco, the commissioning of this transformer at Julwania has significantly enhanced the transmission system in the Nimar region. Currently, MP Transco supplies electricity through 59 Extra High Tension (EHT) substations in Nimar, which include four 400 kV, thirteen 220 kV, and forty-two 132 kV substations. With this addition, the total installed transmission capacity in the region has now reached 14,304 MVA.

State’s Total Transformation Capacity Reaches 81,911 MVA-

Across the state, MP Transco operates through 417 substations and 1,027 power transformers. With the installation of this new transformer, the company’s total transformation capacity has now reached 81,911 MVA.

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