The Delhi government has started a major project to move 11,000-volt high-tension wires underground in several residential parts of Yamunapar. With an initial investment of ₹10 crore, the project focuses on densely populated locations like Sonia Vihar and Mandoli to eliminate the risk of accidental electrocution. This step is part of a larger plan to modernize the city power infrastructure and ensure a safer environment for lakhs of residents living under dangerous overhead lines.
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Budget Details and Project Scope
The state government has approved various schemes worth approximately ₹463 crore to shift high-tension and low-tension electricity lines across different assembly constituencies. Key financial highlights include:
| Project Detail | Allocated Budget |
|---|---|
| Yamunapar High-Tension Undergrounding | ₹10 Crore |
| Delhi Budget 2026-27 Provision | ₹200 Crore |
| Chandni Chowk (52.5 km lines) | ₹160 Crore |
| Power Infrastructure Plan 2030 | ₹17,000 Crore |
The government is working through Delhi Transco Limited and various discoms to execute these upgrades. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta recently laid the foundation for the Chandni Chowk project, which covers 26 major roads to reduce fire hazards and short-circuits in busy markets.
Impact on Local Residents and Safety
- Enhanced Public Safety: Moving wires underground will significantly reduce incidents of electric shocks and fatal accidents in crowded colonies.
- Improved Power Reliability: Residents in Sonia Vihar, Mandoli, and Ghonda will experience more stable electricity supply with fewer interruptions.
- Curbing Power Theft: The project aims to reduce illegal connections and electricity theft, particularly in the Ghonda assembly area.
- City Aesthetics: Removing the web of overhead cables will improve the visual appeal of residential streets and markets.
- Beneficiary Areas: Major spots include Usmanpur, Harsh Vihar, Mandavali, Seelampur, and New Ashok Nagar.
Power Minister Ashish Sood mentioned that a comprehensive master plan has been designed to upgrade the current grid system by 2030. This ensures that the growing demand for electricity is met while maintaining high safety standards across the capital.
