The financial health of the Himachal Pradesh State Electricity Board Limited (HPSEBL) has shown a remarkable upswing, with profits from power sales soaring to approximately Rs 300 crore by December 31, 2025. This marks a significant leap from the Rs 206 crore profit recorded in the previous year, 2024.
Policy Reforms and Infrastructure Boost
Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu attributed this impressive turnaround to the state government's policy overhaul, termed 'Vayavastha Parivartan', and its strategic, smart initiatives. A cornerstone of this effort is the ongoing installation of 1.5 lakh smart meters in Shimla and Dharamshala. These devices empower consumers by allowing real-time tracking of electricity usage through mobile applications.
Furthermore, the implementation of an advanced Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system in industrial areas such as Kala Amb has already yielded tangible benefits, reducing distribution losses by a notable 4 percent.
Strengthening Remote Supply and Solar Push
To ensure reliable power in remote regions, the government is executing key projects in the Killar valley worth a total of Rs 62 crore. This includes laying an 11 KV line from Tindi to Shaur (Rs 5 crore) and a more substantial 33 KV line from Thirot to Killar (Rs 45.50 crore).
Simultaneously, Himachal is aggressively promoting decentralized solar energy. Hundreds of households in remote villages like Kaza, Mud, Langza, Hikkim, and Kaumik have been provided with individual 1 kW solar off-grid plants. The tribal Pangi region of Chamba will see 400 KW decentralized solar projects with battery storage (BESS) in Hillour and Dharwas.
The state is also incentivizing larger solar projects through interest subsidies:
- 5% interest subsidy for 250 KW to 1 MW projects in tribal areas.
- 4% interest subsidy for 250 KW to 1 MW projects in non-tribal regions.
- 3% interest subsidy for projects exceeding 1 MW in non-tribal areas.
Future Infrastructure Plans
To further enhance power quality, the government plans a phased development of essential infrastructure. As a starting point, six new 33/11 KV substations will be constructed in Kangra district in the upcoming financial year. These will be located in:
- Ganog (Nurpur)
- Karla Kotla (Dehra)
- Majheen (Jwalamukhi)
- Moki (Indora)
- Samloti (Nagrota Bagwan)
- Ther (Jwalamukhi)
This multi-pronged strategy—combining technological upgrades in distribution, robust infrastructure expansion in difficult terrains, and a strong push for renewable energy—is positioning Himachal Pradesh as a forward-looking state in power sector management and sustainability.
