The Latest Breaking News from Tangedco

Tamil Nadu’s power deficit may vary depending on availability of 800-MW North Chennai unit

The availability of the North Chennai Thermal Power Station will determine Tamil Nadu's power deficit during the upcoming summer.

The Hindu · Jan 14, 2024

Tamil Nadu to launch repowering policy for wind projects at GIM 2024

Tamil Nadu unveils new policy to regain pole position in wind energy sector, providing incentives for repowering/refurbishment of old wind turbines.

The Hindu · Jan 5, 2024

Tangedco’s plan to set up solar power parks a non-starter

Tamil Nadu's ambitious plan to establish solar power parks in Tiruchi, Karur, Tiruvarur & Perambalur delayed due to difficulty in land acquisition.

The Hindu · Jan 3, 2024

Networking charges for rooftop solar energy panels discourage investments, say industries

Industries in Coimbatore say networking charges for rooftop solar energy discourage investments. Tangedco collects Rs. 1/unit from HT consumers, while MSMEs recently got a 50% reduction. 6,000 MW of solar energy installed in TN, with 1,000 MW added yearly. MSMEs want nil charges for rooftop solar, but HT consumers have…

The Hindu · Nov 25, 2023

TANGEDCO developing software to attach GST number of low tension consumers to take input credit for the tax paid

Low tension consumers with rooftop solar plants soon able to attach GST number for input credit; TANGEDCO developing software; Zamin Endathur villager unable to get input credit; IT wing testing payment portal integration with GST portal; HT consumers already have facility; LT consumers to get facility by Dec; local officials…

The Hindu · Nov 25, 2023

Tangedco makes short term arrangements to meet peak demand in the upcoming summer months

Tangedco makes short term arrangements to meet peak demand in the upcoming summer months

The Hindu · Nov 19, 2023

Tangedco using AI to automate daily power demand pattern for efficient grid management

IT engineers of Tangedco use AI to produce daily reports of energy demand prediction to automise the process. The AI team is attempting to better read electricity demand pattern for grid management. The AI software uses weather data and consumption patterns to produce daily demand report. Correlation between manual, automated…

The Hindu · Nov 14, 2023

Tangedco to not collect peak hour charges from MSMEs till installation of smart meters

Tamil Nadu MSMEs to receive ₹196.1 crore subsidy from Tangedco for non-collection of peak hour charges till smart meters are installed. Fixed charges increased by 430%, network charges levied for rooftop solar energy systems. MSMEs protesting, forming human chains on Dec 4. Open-end spinning mills on strike since Nov 7,…

The Hindu · Nov 11, 2023

Union Power Ministry advises state power generation companies to look at buying stressed assets under insolvency process

Union Power Ministry advises state power generation companies to look at buying stressed assets under insolvency process

The Hindu · Nov 5, 2023

Two cows electrocuted, farmer injured near Ambur town

Two cows electrocuted in Tirupattur after coming in contact with fallen electric wire. Farmer S. Ekambaram injured while trying to help. Incident happened in coconut grove near Palar river. Strong winds and rain likely caused wire to fall. Tangedco officials restored power. Ambur Taluk police investigating.

The Hindu · Nov 1, 2023