Officials told to ensure uninterrupted power supply in Karnataka

Bengaluru: Amid increasing complaints of power cuts, additional chief secretary (energy) has instructed officials to take steps to ensure uninterrupted supply. 

“Karnataka has taken decisive steps towards self-reliance in power generation and there must be coordination between production and distribution,” said Gaurav Gupta, additional chief secretary (energy).

Gupta said demand went up significantly after Covid pandemic and the state was caught without a plan to meet increasing needs. But, eventually action was taken to enhance generation, he said.

“Focus must be on supplying to consumers without interruptions. The government has taken steps to strengthen infrastructure. Engineers must cooperate in this effort,” he said.