In Short : Several strategic actions have been implemented to reduce power transmission losses, including modernizing grid infrastructure, upgrading conductors, deploying advanced monitoring systems, and improving reactive power management. These measures enhance efficiency, reduce energy wastage, and support a more reliable and resilient power network. By integrating new technologies and best practices, the transmission system becomes more cost-effective and environmentally sustainable.
In Detail : The transmission losses in the country vary between approximately 3-4%. As per the General Review published by Central Electricity Authority (CEA) in November, 2025, the region-wise Transmission Losses during 2023-24 in the country are as under:
| Region | Transmission Losses (%) |
| Northern Region | 3.15 |
| Western Region | 3.12 |
| Southern Region | 3.46 |
| Eastern Region | 4.24 |
| North Eastern Region | 3.89 |
In order to address the line losses in power transmission, the Central & State Transmission Utilities are taking following actions:
- Network expansion and augmentation of existing system
- Adoption of higher voltage system
- Reactive power management and better operational practices to improve voltage profile and reduce losses
- Modernizing transmission system including use of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and Energy Management System (EMS)
Meanwhile, the Government of India has supplemented the efforts of the States through schemes like Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gram Jyoti Yojana (DDUGJY), Integrated Power Development Scheme (IPDS), Pradhan Mantri Sahaj Bijli Har Ghar Yojana (SAUBHAGYA) etc., to help them achieve the objective of providing quality and reliable power supply to all households.
This Information was given by the Minister of State for Power , Shri Shripad Yesso Naik , in a written reply in the Lok Sabha today .
