Pacchwara Mine’s Significant Contribution Ensures Adequate Coal Supplies
Chandigarh, January 20
Punjab Power Minister Harbhajan Singh ETO on Monday announced that the Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) has achieved a record electricity supply of 66914 MUs as of January 19, 2025, marking a 13% increase compared to the same period last fiscal year. He said that this significant growth underscores PSPCL’s efforts to enhance power infrastructure and meet the growing electricity demands of Punjab’s residents and industries.
Revealing further, the Power Minister Harbhajan Singh ETO said that the maximum demand met during fiscal year 2024-25 is 16058 MW, which is 5% higher than the previous year. “PSPCL has ensured uninterrupted electricity supply to all categories of consumers in Punjab, without imposing any power cuts”, said the Power Minister while adding that this feat is attributed to the adequate arrangements made by PSPCL, demonstrating the corporation’s commitment to providing reliable power supply.
Regarding coal availability, the Power Minister informed that PSPCL is ensuring regular and adequate supplies, resulting in a good buildup of stock in all three state-run thermal plants. He said that the current stock levels stand at 42 days for Guru Gobind Singh Thermal Plant (GGSTP) Ropar, 28 days for Guru Hargobind Thermal Plant (GHTP) Lehra Mohabbat, and 40 days for Guru Amardas Thermal Plant (GATP) Goindwal Sahib. He said that the PSPCL is making all-out efforts to ensure coal availability as per requirement during the upcoming paddy season.
“The Pacchwara coal mine has been providing a steady supply of good-quality coal, which has significantly contributed to the state power sector. As of January 19, 2025, the mine has supplied 56 lakh tons of coal, equivalent to 1306 rakes, during the 2024-25 period”, he added.
Reaffirming the commitment of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann led Punjab Government to delivering continuous, high-quality power at affordable rates, Power Minister Harbhajan Singh ETO said that PSPCL is well-prepared to meet the increasing power demands of Punjab’s residents and industries, with all necessary arrangements firmly in place.
