Report by Engineering Post
Quite significant enhancements were made to the power distribution system during the financial year 2025-26 in order to advance universal access to electricity in the country.
According to the data available from the official sources, a total of 1159 MVA & 931.16 MVA capacity added at 132 KV & 11 KV levels respectively while 525 kilometers of 132 KV transmission lines and 2122.69 kilometers of 11 KV transmission lines were extended respectively, thereby strengthening the national distribution network.
Electrification efforts also reached a considerable number of previously unserved villages, contributing to rural energy inclusion.
Furthermore, 930337 consumer connections at the national grid were added during the financial year 2025=26 directly increasing the proportion of the population with access to electricity. The growth in net metering consumers also marked progress toward decentralized and renewable energy access.
