PROMPT, DRIPS And JALVIDYUT : Union Minister Of Power
The Union Minister of Power has launched 3 online platforms – PROMPT, DRIPS and JALVIDYUT DPR to enhance the efficiency, transparency, and effectiveness of the power sector. The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) assisted by NTPC has developed these online portals.
Portal for Online Monitoring of Projects-Thermal (PROMPT):
- It will enable real-time online tracking and analysis of thermal power projects under construction in India.
- This platform is designed to swiftly identify and address issues that cause delays in the construction of thermal power plants
Disaster Resilient Infrastructure for Power Sector (DRIPS):
- This online portal has been developed to swiftly identify power disruptions across the country caused by natural disasters such as cyclones, earthquakes, and floods.
- It will connect designated nodal officers across the power sector to ensure rapid restoration in affected areas.
JAL VIDYUT DPR:
- The JAL VIDYUT DPR (Monitoring Survey and Investigation Activities of Hydroelectric Projects and Pumped Storage Projects) platform will offer real-time updates on the status of hydroelectric pumped storage projects under construction across the country.
- This platform aims to enhance management and coordination in the construction of these plants.
- The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) was established in 1951 under the Electricity (Supply) Act of 1948 and later replaced by the Electricity Act of 2003.
- It operates under the Ministry of Power and prepares the National Electricity Plan. It also approves new hydroelectric power plants, and carries out various other functions.
- It is composed of a Chairman and 6 full-time members by the Central Government.
- It is headquartered at New Delhi.
