Jaipur, April 4 Union Power Secretary Pankaj Agarwal emphasized the need for an "energy mix" approach to meet long-term power demand on Saturday, and urged Rajasthan power utilities to accelerate projects based on a combination of renewable and conventional sources.
During a review meeting with senior officials of the state's energy department and power companies here, Agarwal said that combining renewable and non-renewable energy sources would help manage the rising electricity demand more efficiently.
He noted that decentralized solar projects under the PM-KUSUM Scheme have gained momentum in Rajasthan, but also highlighted challenges related to the grid integration of solar power.
The Union Power Secretary emphasized the need to strengthen grid stability and to develop battery energy storage systems in a timely manner to ensure uninterrupted power supply during peak hours, according to an official statement.
He also reviewed issues such as daytime electricity supply to the agricultural sector in 24 districts, measures to reduce losses, progress of smart metering, and resource adequacy planning.
Officials informed the meeting that around 3,800 MW of capacity has been installed in the state under the PM-KUSUM scheme so far. Expansion of transmission infrastructure and improving renewable energy connectivity were also discussed.
Senior officials from the Centre and the state, including representatives of Rural Electrification Corporation, attended the meeting, an official statement said.