TG inks power banking deals with UP & MP

NAVEENA GHANATE Telangana has entered into power banking agreements with the Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Limited (UPPCL) and the Madhya Pradesh Power Management Company Limited (MPPMCL) to ensure uninterrupted power supply during peak summer.  
The power swap agreements will help Telangana balance electricity supply and demand efficiently, particularly from February to April when energy consumption is at its peak.
As per the agreement, UPPCL will supply power to TGPCC/TGDISCOMs between February and March 2025, ranging from 1,000 MW to 3,000 MW. Telangana will return the power to UPPCL between May and July, with an additional 5% of the availed power as a returnable quantum.
Similarly, MPPMCL will provide 150 MW of power from March to April, while Telangana has the flexibility to draw up to 500 MW between February and April based on availability and needs.
In return, Telangana will bank power with MPPMCL from December 2025 to January 2026, ensuring 105% returnable quantum of availed energy. These strategic agreements will help the state manage demand fluctuations and mitigate any shortages during peak summer months.
Official sources said the power banking agreements will complement these efforts, ensuring grid stability and a reliable electricity supply to industries and households.
With Telangana’s energy demand continuing to rise, agreements like this have a crucial role in maintaining a sustainable and efficient power distribution system.