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POWERGRID CMD R.K. Tyagi Meets Uttar Pradesh CM to Discuss Transmission Projects and CSR Initiatives

Sh. R.K. Tyagi, Chairman and Managing Director of POWERGRID, along with Sh. Y.K. Dixit, Executive Director (Northern Region-III), met with the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Sh. Yogi Adityanath. During the meeting, they briefed the CM on POWERGRID’s current and upcoming transmission infrastructure projects across the state. They also discussed the company’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives aimed at supporting regional development.

The interaction highlights POWERGRID’s commitment to strengthening Uttar Pradesh’s power transmission network in line with the state’s growing electricity demand and industrial development goals. The officials showcased how ongoing transmission projects are expected to enhance grid reliability and enable smoother evacuation of power from generation centers to consumption hubs. Additionally, the company’s CSR activities, which span education, healthcare, and rural development, were acknowledged for positively impacting local communities.

POWERGRID, India’s central transmission utility, plays a vital role in implementing high-capacity transmission corridors and supporting the country’s 24x7 Power for All vision. This engagement with the state leadership underlines its proactive approach to collaborate with state governments to facilitate energy infrastructure expansion and socio-economic development.