Factors like better operation and maintenance of machines has enabled the Uttarakhand Jal Vidyut Nigam limited (UJVNl) to set new records in power generation in the month of August this year. According to the corporation, at the 304 MW Maneri-Bhali hydro power project on the Bhagirathi river in Uttarkashi district, a record 201.473 million units electricity were generated at the Dharasu power house in August. This is the highest level of power generation from this power house in August since its establishment. The last highest level reached by this power house in August was 197.160 million units in 2015. The Chibro power house too has surpassed its target to set a record. In August, about 140.492 million units of electricity was produced at this power house as against its target of 130 million units. This is said to be the highest power generation in a month here since creation of Uttarakhand State. The last time when the highest power production in a month was achieved here was during July 2008 at 132.364 million units. Similarly, during August this year, 59.772 million units was produced at Khodri power house, 21.428 million units was produced at Dhakrani power house and 32.389 million units was produced at Dhalipur power house.
The corporation’s Managing Director SN Verma said that the increase in power generation is due to efficient operation, management and maintenance of power houses along with the hard work of staff members.