Telangana inks deal with Chhattisgarh to buy 1000 MW power

HYDERABAD: The Telangana government today said it entered into a power purchase agreement (PPA) with Chhattisgarh for purchasing 1000 mw of power.

According to a press release issued by the Telangana Government this is in addition to the PPA both the states had earlier in November last year for 1000 mw.

"The PPA would be in force for the next 12 years. The transmission lines for bring power from Chhattisgarh to Telangana is currently under being construction between Wardha (Maharashtra) and Dichpally (Telangana)," the release said.

Telangana Minister for Power Jagadish Reddy and other officials were present during the signing in ceremony.