11 months ago
Study Commissioned for New Power Plant at KTPS Kothagudem
The Kothagudem Thermal Power Station (KTPS) in Telangana is getting a new power plant!
The government has hired a company to study if it's a good idea and how it could be built.
This is because some older parts of the power station were shut down.
The new plant could be big, generating a lot of electricity.
People in the area, like retired workers and local leaders, have been asking for a new plant for a while.
They believe there's enough land, water from a nearby reservoir, and coal from local mines to build it.
The study will look at all the important details, like where to build it, how much it will cost, and if it's good for the environment.
This is an important step to make sure Kothagudem has enough power for the future.
Telangana Power Generation Corporation Limited (TGPGCL) has appointed Desein Private Limited to prepare a pre-feasibility report for a new power plant at KTPS.
The proposed plant will have a capacity of either 2x800 MW or 1x800 MW.
This move comes after demands to replace the decommissioned KTPS A, B, and C stations, retired in 2020 due to technical, economic, and environmental concerns.
The study will assess site suitability, fuel and water needs, logistics, costs, financial viability, and environmental impact, following guidelines from central authorities.
Supporters highlight the availability of land, water from the Kinnerasani reservoir, and coal from nearby mines, emphasizing the need for the plant's establishment for local growth.
- Who
- Telangana Power Generation Corporation Limited (TGPGCL) and Desein Private Limited
- What
- Commissioned a pre-feasibility study for a new power plant at Kothagudem Thermal Power Station (KTPS)
- Where
- Kothagudem Thermal Power Station (KTPS) at Paloncha
- When
- The study is to be prepared following the appointment of Desein Private Limited.
- Why
- To replace decommissioned KTPS A, B, and C stations and expand power generation capacity.
Key facts
- Consultancy Firm
- Desein Private Limited
- Proposed Capacity
- 2x800 MW or 1x800 MW
- Report Cost
- Rs 4.75 lakh
- Decommissioned Units
- KTPS A, B, and C stations (8 units)
- Land Availability
- Approx. 520 acres within KTPS premises
Quotes
Jammula Sitarama Reddy
a retired foreman of KTPS and founder of the Nutana Vidyut Kendra Sadhana Committee
“About 520 acres of land is available within the KTPS premises, which is sufficient for setting up the new plant. The Kinnerasani reservoir can meet the water requirements, and the nearby coal mines can ensure steady fuel supply. The State government should take a positive decision to establish this power plant for the overall growth of Kothagudem.”
thehansindia.com
