A resource-rich region, Jammu and Kashmir, that produces surplus electricity from the hydro-electric projects is facing the worst power crisis in many decades during harsh winters. The tall claims of the J&K administration, directly under central government control since its reading down from a state to Union Territory since August 5, 2019, have fallen flat. Even as Jammu and Kashmir produces a surplus of nearly 900 Mega Watts (MW) electricity from its 21 hydroelectric projects, it continues to be in the dark. As temperatures begin to plummet Kashmir Valley is…
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J&K Power Crisis: Causes and Solutions
Overall, J&K has a requirement of about 2,600 MW of electricity. However, the power supply to the Kashmir division is 1200 MW while to Jammu is 900 MW. There is a deficit of about 500 MW. The Jammu & Kashmir administration last week said the Union Territory is facing a power crisis as its power projects are generating less electricity than before due to the dry spell in summer. The administration is taking steps to address the issue, it added. How much electricity does J&K require? How much power are the UT’s…
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