Marking the 80th Independence Day, Eastern Power Distribution Company of Andhra Pradesh (APEPDCL) Chairman and Managing Director Immadi Prudhvitej hoisted the National Flag at the corporate office in Visakhapatnam on Saturday.

Mr. Prudhvitej said the APEPDCL has ensured reliable power supply to over 7.5 million consumers across 12 districts, reducing distribution losses to a historic low of 5.61%. He noted that the discom secured the top spot statewide under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana by installing solar rooftops on 92,000 homes, alongside 70,000 systems for SC/ST families.

He pointed out that free electricity was extended to nearly 40,000 households in PVTG and tribal habitations under the PM-JANMAN and DA-JGUA schemes. The CMD also commended the workforce, presenting appreciation certificates to 100 outstanding employees during the celebrations.