The government intends to provide uninterrupted power supply in the State by upgrading and completing all related works before the monsoon stated Minister for Power Ramkrishna alias Sudin Dhavlikar who was briefing the press after laying the foundation stone for the shifting of 33KV Verna I & II power line near Bhausaheb Bandodkar ground at Bandora today.
Dhavlikar further said that the 40-year-old 33 KV high-tension power line which is passing over the ground has created fear among the people in the surrounding area. The people in this area have also raised their concerns at the Gram Sabha and passed a resolution. The Government taking cognisance of the issue and safety of the people decided to shift the said power line the Minister added.
The Assistant Engineer Electricity Shilpa Bakhle while speaking informed that the estimated cost of the work is Rs. 3 crores. The work of shifting power lines would be completed before the monsoon. The equipment like mono poles would be erected to carry power lines to ensure the safety of the people.
