CSPDCL Chief Engineer H.K. Meshram inspected the under-construction 33/11 kV substation at Vicharpur Nawagaon in Rajnandgaon. The ₹3.28 crore project will benefit around 4,250 consumers across 31 villages after completion.
Senior officials of the Chhattisgarh State Power Distribution Company Limited reviewed the progress of RDSS projects in Rajnandgaon, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chowki, and Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai districts, directing field officers and contractors to expedite works without compromising on quality while prioritising new substations and PM-JAGVA electricity connections.
The Managing Director of CSPDCL inspected on-ground camps under the state’s electricity bill settlement scheme in Rajnandgaon, directing officials to ensure wider coverage, transparency, and consumer-friendly processes.
The Chhattisgarh State Power Company has appealed to electricity consumers to remain vigilant against cyber fraud. Officials warned that fraudsters are circulating fake links and APK files in the name of the Chief Minister’s Electricity Bill Payment Settlement Scheme.
A Smart Meter Fortnight awareness campaign in Rajnandgaon used street plays and mobile app demonstrations to educate consumers about real-time electricity monitoring, transparent billing, and modern power management benefits.
School Education Minister Gajendra Yadav on Wednesday said Chhattisgarh has achieved its most significant development in the energy sector over the past 25 years, transforming citizens’ lives and accelerating agricultural and industrial growth. Speaking at the Silver Jubilee celebrations of Chhattisgarh’s statehood in Rajnandgaon, the minister highlighted major power infrastructure expansion and ongoing initiatives such as the PM Surya Ghar Free Electricity Scheme.
With a clear vision and sustained efforts under the leadership of Assembly Speaker and former Chief Minister Dr. Raman Singh, Rajnandgaon is set to achieve a modern and efficient electricity distribution system by 2026, focusing on faster complaint resolution, new substations, and technical upgrades to ensure reliable power supply for citizens.
Power infrastructure in Ambagarh Chowki has received a major boost with the installation of a new 3.15 MVA transformer at the 33/11 kV substation, enhancing capacity and ensuring better electricity supply for over 13,500 consumers and 52 villages.
As part of a special revenue recovery अभियान, the Chhattisgarh State Power Distribution Company Limited recovered ₹48.39 lakh from 279 defaulting consumers in Rajnandgaon city, while disconnecting 373 power connections for non-payment of dues.
During a district-level review meeting, Rajnandgaon Collector Jitendra Yadav called for active participation of power officials and banks in speeding up the implementation of the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana. He emphasized vendor accountability, weekly progress reviews, and wider public awareness to ensure citizens benefit from free solar electricity.
To keep the festive lights glowing across Chhattisgarh, CSPDCL has intensified power supply preparations ahead of Diwali. Executive Director Shirish Selat has put four districts on alert and directed teams to ensure swift action on complaints with zero tolerance for negligence.
At a workshop in Rajnandgaon, Speaker Dr. Raman Singh highlighted solar power as a golden opportunity for farmers and citizens to achieve self-reliance and protect the environment. He flagged off the ‘Surya Rath’ and promoted the Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana and Kusum Yojana, offering subsidies for rooftop solar and solar pumps.