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Himachal CM bats for reliable power transmission for hills
Shimla, Nov 29 (IANS) Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur on Thursday favoured a separate strategy to develop cost-effective and reliable power transmission for the hilly areas to ensure uninterrupted power supply.
Speaking at the national conference jointly organised by the Central Board of Irrigation and Power, CIGRE-India and Himachal Pradesh Power Transmission Corporation Ltd here, he said the power sector in the country is growing at a fast pace.
“This conference would provide a forum for open discussions and exchange of information on state-of-the-art technology as it is very necessary for the professionals to capture the latest knowledge and innovations to keep pace with the advancements taking place in this sector.”
Thakur said slope stability, landslide and avalanche issues and solutions thereof needed to be redressed effectively.
He said the state power transmission corporation is developing transmission systems for hydro projects in the state.
He said laying transmission lines in the hilly areas is difficult as compared to plains and, therefore, special strategies need to be chalked out for providing reliable and cost-effective power supply.
Hydropower projects in the state with total capacity of about 10,000 MW are in different stages of execution and efforts are being made to ensure that all these projects get started at the earliest, Thakur said.
Himachal Pradesh became fully electrified in 1988 and now the government is focusing on quality and uninterrupted power supply.
He said that efforts were also being made for effective power evacuation from completed power projects.
The Chief Minister said efforts are also being made to promote solar power potential and he is in favour of providing solar lights in the villages.
Speaking on the occasion, Additional Chief Secretary Shrikant Baldi said the state so far has harnessed 10,500 MW potential.
Central Board of Irrigation and Power Director P.P. Wahi said it is vital that a proper strategy is framed for meeting out the challenges for construction of transmission lines particularly in hilly areas.
–IANS
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Dr. Abhishek Verma Dedicates a Shelter in Memory of His Mother, Veena Verma, at KGMU; Inaugurated by Daughter Nicolle Verma
World-renowned business tycoon Dr. Abhishek Verma has supported Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission. In memory of his mother, Late Veena Verma, who was a 3 term Rajya Sabha MP.
Dr. Verma dedicated a state-of-the-art free permanent shelter for the attendants of patients at KGMU Medical University, Lucknow, under the aegis of Vijay Shree Foundation. His daughter, Nicolle Verma, inaugurated the shelter.
During the event, Foodman Vishal Singh honored Nicolle Verma by presenting her with a memento. Mrs. Nidhi Sharma and Avantika Yadav, associated with the organization, welcomed her with garlands. Following this, Nicolle Verma distributed essential items to the attendants and also handed out fruits. She became emotional remembering her grandmother on her birth anniversary.
On this occasion, she also inaugurated the “Veena Verma Sevalaya” in memory of her grandmother, Veena Verma, to serve the attendants. She expressed, “I feel proud that my family is engaged in nation-building as well as social service. Today, in collaboration with Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh Ji, I feel immensely proud to dedicate this shelter for the poor, helpless, and needy attendants of patients battling serious illnesses like cancer. I am honored to be associated with the Hunger-Free World Mission for humanity.”
Inspired by the continuous humanitarian service provided by Vijay Shree Foundation over the past 17 years, Nicolle Verma donated 10 lakh rupees to support the cause. The purpose of this donation is to ensure that services continue for the needy attendants of patients suffering from severe illnesses in hospitals, as facilitated by Foodman Vishal Singh.
It is noteworthy that Dr. Abhishek Verma’s family has a legacy of public and philanthropic service. They are helping millions to carry forward the values and service work of their parents. On the occasion of his mother’s birth anniversary, Dr. Abhishek Verma dedicated this state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College to serve the attendants of patients through the Vijay Shree Foundation.
Supporting Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission, Dr. Abhishek Verma assured that he would continually support keeping this flame of humanity alive. He also promised to assist in providing medicines to the helpless patients.
Continuing her grandmother’s legacy of service, Nicolle Verma personally served food to the needy patients and attendants. She said, “It is our good fortune to have received the joy of doing this noble work today through Foodman Vishal Singh. I have taken another step forward in carrying my family’s values and cooperation by joining hands with the Vijay Shree Foundation. My father taught me to serve and help the needy, and I feel happy when I bring a smile to someone’s face.”
On the birth anniversary of the late Veena Verma, the event organizer, Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh, said, “We feel proud and happy that Dr. Abhishek Verma, a globally renowned business tycoon, has extended his support to uplift our country from the hunger index. Today, on his mother’s birth anniversary, he inaugurated a state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College, which will always be helpful for the needy attendants of patients. It is a pleasure for me and the organization to receive the affection of Mr. Verma.”
The event was attended by General Manager Verma Family Office Hemant Garg, Sonu Rajput, and the organization’s volunteers, including Sandeep Singh, Parmeshwar Ji, Prashant Rao Gautam, Balram Singh, Ramesh Chaudhary, Suman, Jeetu, Anil, Suraj, Vinay, Manish Bhadauria, Manas Mehrotra, Vivek, Apurv, Happy, and others.