In a key step towards strengthening Delhi’s power distribution network, the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Government of NCT of Delhi Smt. Rekha Gupta along with Tata Power-DDL, laid the foundation stone for a state-of-the-art 66kV Grid Substation at Mubarakpur Dabas. The upcoming facility will cater to the rising domestic and commercial electricity demand in Karala, Mubarakpur and surrounding areas in North-West Delhi, while also supporting region’s ongoing urban development.
The ceremony was graced by the august presence of Shri Ashish Sood, Hon’ble Minister for Home, Power, Urban Development, Education, Higher Education, and Training & Technical Education, Government of NCT of Delhi. Senior Government officials, Mr. Dwijadas Basak, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Tata Power-DDL, company leadership, and representatives of local community were also present at the occasion.
The new substation will be equipped with modern 66kV indoor GIS technology, 66/11kV two transformers (capacity 50 MVA), advanced protection systems to handle increased load, and SCADA-enabled monitoring and control system for real-time fault detection. It is being constructed with a sanctioned cost of INR 78 Crores and a total built-up area of 2171 sq. meters.
It will help in enhancing power availability for new housing, businesses and small-scale industries, along with reducing voltage fluctuations and outages. Moreover, it will enable reliable power supply for growing infrastructure in the Outer Delhi region.
Tata Power-DDL is committed to expanding and modernizing Delhi’s power infrastructure to meet the city’s evolving energy needs. This new sub-station at Mubarakpur Dabas will significantly improve power reliability in the area, benefitting households as well as the many small-scale industrial units located here.
About Tata Power Delhi Distribution Limited:
Tata Power Delhi Distribution Limited is a joint venture between Tata Power and the Government of NCT of Delhi. Tata Power-DDL distributes electricity in North Delhi and serves a populace of around 9 million. Tata Power-DDL has been a frontrunner in implementing power distribution reforms and is acknowledged for its consumer-friendly practices. Since privatization, the Aggregate Technical & Commercial (AT&C) losses in Tata Power-DDL areas have shown a record decline. Today, AT&C losses stand at 5.5%, which is an unprecedented reduction from an
