CM Yogi orders uninterrupted power supply in villages and cities amid severe heat
Lucknow, May 24: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has issued instructions to ensure uninterrupted and quality power supply in the state amid the scorching heat and rising power demand. The Chief Minister said that continuous monitoring should be done at all levels to ensure that the public, farmers, traders, and industries do not face power shortages. He urged the Energy Department to work with utmost sensitivity and promptness during this challenging summer.
On Sunday, the Chief Minister was reviewing the power supply system with officials from the Energy Department, Power Corporation, and all Discoms in the presence of Energy Minister Arvind Kumar Sharma and Minister of State Kailash Singh Rajput.
The Chief Minister directed to further strengthen the state’s power generation capacity and ensure uninterrupted power supply during the summer season. He stated that, given the growing demand for electricity, maximum capacity of production units should be utilized, and technical efficiency and maintenance of all plants should be given top priority. The meeting was informed that the total power generation capacity of the Uttar Pradesh State Power Generation Corporation Limited has increased to 13,388 MW. This includes 9,120 MW capacity from thermal power plants such as Anpara, Obra, Harduaganj, Parichha, Jawaharpur, and Panki, while 526.4 MW capacity is available from hydroelectric projects. Additionally, the state is receiving 3,742 MW of capacity through joint ventures from the Meja, Ghatampur, and Khurja projects. The meeting was informed that the installed capacity of the Generation Corporation has increased by 86 percent by 2026 compared to 2022. Additionally, approximately 10,000 MW of power is being generated from non-conventional energy sources.
The Chief Minister directed that the transmission network be strengthened, modernized, and reliable to meet the state’s growing power demand. He said that the efficiency of the transmission system is crucial for the robust power supply system. The Chief Minister directed officials to minimize any technical disruptions during the summer season and ensure continuous monitoring of the transmission network. It was informed at the meeting that Uttar Pradesh Power Transmission Corporation Limited currently operates 60,858 circuit kilometers of transmission lines. A capacity of 2,05,632 MVA is available through 715 substations in the state. The availability of the transmission network has been recorded at 99.30 percent, while transmission losses have decreased to 3.2 percent.
The Chief Minister said that the power distribution system in the state should be made more accountable and consumer-centric. He directed that feeder-wise accountability be established, stating that negligence at any level in handling transformer failures, feeder disruptions, or complaints will not be tolerated. The Chief Minister directed that a quick response system be kept active at the field level, even in conditions such as storms and extreme temperatures. The Chief Minister also directed that proper approval be obtained from the competent authority before digging at underground cable locations to avoid power disruptions.
The Chief Minister described the reduction in transformer damage incidents as positive and directed further improvement. The meeting was informed that power transformer damage has decreased by approximately 80 percent compared to the year 2022-23. In 2022-23, 429 power transformers were damaged, while in 2025-26, this number dropped to 87. The meeting was also informed that the damage rate of distribution transformers with a capacity of more than 100 kVA has also decreased significantly. While 39,177 large transformers were damaged in 2022-23, this number dropped to 20,292 in 2025-26. Officials stated that this improvement was made possible by the extensive installation of safety systems, timely repairs, and accountability.
The meeting was informed that temperatures in April and May this year were significantly higher than last year, leading to a steady increase in power demand in the state. Between April 15 and May 22, the average demand met increased from 501 million units per day to 561 million units per day, while the peak demand met increased from 29,831 megawatts to 30,339 megawatts.
CM Yogi placed special emphasis on a long-term energy strategy in view of future demand. It was informed in the meeting that between 2015 and 2026, the state has entered into tie-ups for a total of 32,305 MW of power capacity, with approximately 62 percent of that capacity added in the last three years. Work is underway to provide an additional 10,719 MW of capacity to meet demand by 2029, which includes wind, battery energy storage, pumped hydro, and hybrid energy projects.
Yogi emphasized the need to make consumer services more technology-based and transparent. The meeting was informed that a new integrated 1912 call center system has been implemented since November 2025. The system is operating from the Lucknow and Noida centers with call load balancing. Under the new system, call handling capacity has been increased from 75,000 to 90,000 per day.
Chief Minister directed the Honorable Minister of Energy, Arvind Kumar Sharma, and Minister of State, Kailash Singh Rajput, to physically inspect the helpline call center and review the system. The Chief Minister instructed officials to provide timely and accurate information to the public in the event of power outages. He said that simply registering a complaint is not enough; consumers should also be clearly informed about the timeframe for a resolution. The Chief Minister stated that communication and transparency will strengthen consumer confidence and increase sensitivity to complaints.
UP CM directed the smart meter system to be consumer-friendly. The meeting was informed that 89.23 lakh smart meters have been installed in the state so far. As per the state government’s directive, all smart prepaid meter consumers have been converted to the postpaid system as before. Starting June 2026, smart meter consumer bills will be issued on a postpaid basis between the 1st and 10th of each month. Bills will be made available to consumers through SMS, WhatsApp, and email. Additionally, special camps are being organized across the state from May 15th to June 30th to address smart meter-related complaints. Highlighting the need to further improve billing and collection efficiency, the Chief Minister urged consumers to ensure timely and accurate bills are provided.
Yogi Adityanath emphasized that power supply is not merely a technical issue but is deeply rooted in the lives of the common people, including irrigation for farmers, commercial activities, and industrial development.
He directed that field officers be regularly monitored, complaints be resolved promptly, and strict action be taken against any negligence. He also stated that providing adequate power supply to the state’s residents during the summer season is a top priority for the state government, and that all discoms will work together to achieve this.
