Yogi govt gears up to ensure smooth power supply during summer

UPPCL Chairman directs officials to complete preparations

Lucknow, April 2026 : The heat has begun to intensify in Uttar Pradesh. As temperatures rise, electricity demand also increases. Keeping this in mind, the Yogi government is on alert mode. Following the instructions of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, the Chairman of Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Limited, Dr. Ashish Goyal, has directed officials to remain vigilant and ensure complete preparedness so that uninterrupted power supply can be provided to all during the summer.

He also instructed that all necessary precautions be taken to prevent transformer failures.

Dr. Goyal said, “Adequate funds have been allocated for transformer maintenance. Instructions have already been issued to install fuses and tail-less units on every transformer. Despite this, if transformers burn out, strict action will be taken.”

He also directed that accountability be fixed for incomplete works and action be initiated accordingly. He added, “Wherever work is significantly delayed, action should be taken against the concerned firms. Similarly, responsibility should be fixed and action taken against officials and junior engineers as well.”

Chairman Dr. Goyal further said, “Temperatures are expected to rise further in the coming days, and preparations should be aligned accordingly.”

He noted that sufficient manpower is available, and therefore there should be no disruption in power supply anywhere. Electricity should be provided to everyone as per the schedule.

The Chairman of UPPCL emphasized a zero-damage policy for transformers, highlighting their crucial role in power supply.

Any negligence leading to disruption in electricity supply will invite strict action with accountability fixed.

Necessary instructions have been issued to ensure smooth power supply in the state capital, Lucknow. There should be no tripping in the capital. He also stated that a zero-tolerance policy is in place for electrical accidents.