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Modernisation underway
for reliable power
T BHASKAR, assistant executive engineer (electrical), of the
Karnataka Industrial Areas Development Board (KIADB), has
confirmed that a process of power supply modernisation is
to begin for industrial areas, commencing with a pilot
project in the Mysuru industrial area.
As part of the modernisation, it is proposed to replace all
overhead power supply lines with underground cables. Mr
Bhaskar added that transformers with modern technology
will be installed to ensure an uninterrupted power supply to
industry.
KIADB is also planning to supply solar power to selected
bore wells and streetlights. Mr Bhaskar said that, depending
on the results of the pilot project, KIADB would extend the
programme to all industrial areas in Karnataka.
EP Vishwanath, president of the Mysore industries
association, said industrialists would not demand subsidies,
incentives and concessions if the government provided good
infrastructure, including adequate water and power supply.
He assured KIADB of full support for the success of the pilot
project.
“With this [upgrade] of power infrastructure, Mysuru
industrial area will attract more investments,” said Suresh
Kumar Jain, secretary of MIA.
Karnataka Industrial Areas Development Board – India
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