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Telangana Plans Rs 135 Bn Underground Cable Project
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Telangana Plans Rs 135 Bn Underground Cable Project

The Telangana government has unveiled an ambitious Rs 135 billion initiative to replace 25,000 km of overhead power lines with underground (UG) cables across the Core Urban Region (CUR), which includes Greater Hyderabad, areas within the Outer Ring Road, and Bharat Future City. The project seeks to modernise the city’s electrical infrastructure, aiming to reduce outages caused by weather or accidents.
Led by the Southern Power Distribution Company of Telangana Ltd (TGSPDCL), the scheme is designed to improve safety, reduce disruption during rainfall, and lower long-term maintenance costs. Currently, only 1,300 km of underground cabling exists in the region.
Inspired by the Bengaluru model, Telangana plans to adopt horizontal drilling techniques to limit road excavation and public inconvenience. The government is exploring financing through the Asian Development Bank and central government support schemes.
The underground cabling initiative is projected to save approximately Rs 5 billion annually by curbing power losses, theft, and upkeep costs.
Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka and officials had earlier reviewed Karnataka’s execution strategy. Successful implementation will require tight coordination with civic utilities and traffic authorities.
While the initiative presents logistical challenges, officials emphasise its importance in enhancing the capital’s infrastructure reliability and public safety. The work is expected to be completed in phases over the next four to five years.

The Telangana government has unveiled an ambitious Rs 135 billion initiative to replace 25,000 km of overhead power lines with underground (UG) cables across the Core Urban Region (CUR), which includes Greater Hyderabad, areas within the Outer Ring Road, and Bharat Future City. The project seeks to modernise the city’s electrical infrastructure, aiming to reduce outages caused by weather or accidents.Led by the Southern Power Distribution Company of Telangana Ltd (TGSPDCL), the scheme is designed to improve safety, reduce disruption during rainfall, and lower long-term maintenance costs. Currently, only 1,300 km of underground cabling exists in the region.Inspired by the Bengaluru model, Telangana plans to adopt horizontal drilling techniques to limit road excavation and public inconvenience. The government is exploring financing through the Asian Development Bank and central government support schemes.The underground cabling initiative is projected to save approximately Rs 5 billion annually by curbing power losses, theft, and upkeep costs.Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka and officials had earlier reviewed Karnataka’s execution strategy. Successful implementation will require tight coordination with civic utilities and traffic authorities.While the initiative presents logistical challenges, officials emphasise its importance in enhancing the capital’s infrastructure reliability and public safety. The work is expected to be completed in phases over the next four to five years.

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