Problem with TNEB In Tamil Nadu, TNEB (Tamil Nadu Electricity Board) is sole agency for distribution of electrical power. Perundurai SIPCOT being an industrial zone, almost all the electricity connections fall under H.T. (High Tension) Service category. Obtaining HT Service is a capital intensive move. The industries have to invest in individual transformers and other electrical items to avail power under HT Service scheme. But still, medium and large scale enterprises go for HT Service because we expect reliable supply from TNEB. But the entire reliability factor has gone in the wind. Currently (i.e. as of September 2009) we are facing 40% power TNEB. Since all industries in Perundurai SIPCOT are power intensive, we are forced to run our factories with power generated through diesel generator making as totally uncompetitive compared to other states.
Option for Independent Power Generation Our association is looking for private investors who are willing to put up power generation plant in Perundurai SIPCOT. The advantages are:
Interested parties are requested to contact our association Secretary. |