500 power personnel, equipment rushed to cyclone-hit AP

Bengaluru: The Karnataka government, led by Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, has extended assistance to cyclone-hit Andhra Pradesh to restore electricity supply infrastructure damaged by Cyclone Arnab. Responding to a request from the Andhra Pradesh government for manpower and equipment required to restore power infrastructure, Karnataka has mobilised resources under the supervision of Energy Minister K J George as part of inter-State cooperation and solidarity.

Chief Minister DK Shivakumar spoke to Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu over the phone and assured him of Karnataka’s full support during the crisis.“Karnataka stands firmly with the people of Andhra Pradesh during this difficult time. Electricity is an essential service, and its immediate restoration is critical for the welfare of people affected by the disaster,” Shivakumar said. Energy Minister KJ George said Karnataka teams would work closely with Andhra Pradesh officials through effective field-level coordination and the use of advanced equipment to restore power supply at the earliest.500 personnel and specialised equipment deployed Karnataka is sending 500 skilled power workers, 15 Palfinger trucks equipped with cranes and earth augers, and 25 tractor-mounted drilling machines to undertake electricity distribution infrastructure restoration works in cyclone-affected areas.The teams were mobilised on an emergency basis and departed for Andhra Pradesh on Monday afternoon, reaching the State around midnight.

For effective deployment and coordination, each electricity supply company (ESCOM) has appointed a single point of contact (SPOC) to coordinate with the respective authorities in Andhra Pradesh. The 500 power workers have been divided into teams of 10, with each team led by a Junior Engineer (JE) or Assistant Engineer (AE). An Executive Engineer (EE) from each Operations and Maintenance (O&M) circle has also been assigned to oversee and coordinate the teams deployed. The timely assistance reflects Karnataka’s commitment to supporting Andhra Pradesh under the ‘Neighbour First’ principle during natural disasters and helping restore essential electricity services to people affected by the cyclone.

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