Hyderabad: Deputy chief minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka announced that the entire 4,000 MW Yadadri Thermal Power Plant (YTPP) would be dedicated to the nation in Jan 2026. Of the total 4,000 MW, the deputy chief minister dedicated the first unit of 800 MW of the thermal power plant on Friday and termed it as a milestone in meeting the energy needs of the state. Vikramarka said the plant construction got delayed by two years and the project cost escalated due to delays in getting environmental clearances during the BRS govt and the Congress, after coming to power, secured all the required clearances within two months after coming to power.The power plant unit was commissioned by the deputy CM along with other ministers N Uttam Kumar Reddy, Komatireddy Venkat Reddy and Adluri Laxman Kumar on Friday.Speaking on the occasion, the deputy CM said monthly and weekly targets were set for the project’s progress and two units with a combined capacity of 1,600 MW have already been dedicated to the nation.Vikramarka said all those who gave up their land for the Yadadri plant and Pulichintala projects would be given jobs by August 15, and the promised R&R (Resettlement and Rehabilitation) packages will be fully implemented.He urged employees to set aside concerns about the plant’s remote location, assuring them of excellent local facilities. He announced plans for world-class educational institutions and corporate-level healthcare in the township. Additionally, free access to education and healthcare – on par with that provided to plant employees – would also be extended to the local communities. Ambulances would be provided to nearby constituencies, and welfare activities will be initiated to ensure that locals benefit directly from the presence of the thermal plant.Responding to local complaints about road damage due to heavy vehicle movement related to the power plant, he said a large number of CC roads have already been sanctioned and work has begun.Minister Uttam Kumar Reddy praised the deputy CM and said under his supervision, the long-delayed Yadadri Thermal Power Project has reached its final stage.
