ADB approves $241 mn loan for power distribution improvement in WB
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ADB approves $241 mn loan for power distribution improvement in WB

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $241.3 million loan to enhance electricity distribution in West Bengal, aiming to improve the quality of life by ensuring a reliable and sustainable power supply. "This ADB programme aligns with the government's Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme, designed to strengthen the operational efficiency of power distribution companies," stated ADB Principal Energy Specialist Roka Sanda.

Reliable electricity distribution is crucial for West Bengal's growth and development, according to the statement. The West Bengal Distribution System Strengthening Program will benefit approximately 8.96 million consumers across seven districts in the state.

Key initiatives of the program include replacing low-tension overhead lines with aerial bundled cables, establishing separate electricity feeders for agricultural and non-agricultural users, and implementing an integrated information and operation management system to enhance power supply quality and performance monitoring.

The program aims to improve the operational efficiency of the West Bengal State Electricity Distribution Company Limited by enhancing its capacity in asset and financial management, promoting renewable energy, rationalizing tariffs, and focusing on gender equity and social inclusion.

ADB remains committed to fostering a prosperous, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable Asia and the Pacific while continuing efforts to eradicate extreme poverty. Established in 1966, ADB is owned by 69 members, 49 of which are from the region.

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $241.3 million loan to enhance electricity distribution in West Bengal, aiming to improve the quality of life by ensuring a reliable and sustainable power supply. This ADB programme aligns with the government's Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme, designed to strengthen the operational efficiency of power distribution companies, stated ADB Principal Energy Specialist Roka Sanda. Reliable electricity distribution is crucial for West Bengal's growth and development, according to the statement. The West Bengal Distribution System Strengthening Program will benefit approximately 8.96 million consumers across seven districts in the state. Key initiatives of the program include replacing low-tension overhead lines with aerial bundled cables, establishing separate electricity feeders for agricultural and non-agricultural users, and implementing an integrated information and operation management system to enhance power supply quality and performance monitoring. The program aims to improve the operational efficiency of the West Bengal State Electricity Distribution Company Limited by enhancing its capacity in asset and financial management, promoting renewable energy, rationalizing tariffs, and focusing on gender equity and social inclusion. ADB remains committed to fostering a prosperous, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable Asia and the Pacific while continuing efforts to eradicate extreme poverty. Established in 1966, ADB is owned by 69 members, 49 of which are from the region.

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