India, Oct. 29 -- The Ladakh administration has proposed setting up a State Load Despatch Centre (SLDC) to strengthen power-grid management, optimise electricity flows and ensure a reliable year-round power supply across the Union Territory.Buy Maps

The proposal was discussed at a review meeting of the Ladakh Power Development Department (LPDD), chaired by Chief Secretary Ashish Kundra, to assess ongoing power generation, transmission and distribution projects, renewable energy initiatives and measures to strengthen energy security.

Officials said discussions covered the identification of a suitable location for the proposed centre, institutional arrangements and the availability of qualified technical personnel.

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