STELCO has energized the second circuit of the Greater Male’ Grid Connection

Greater Male’ Connection Grid’s second circuit has been energized by STELCO. This work would connect the Greater male’ electricity as a whole. Greater Male’ grid connection is conducted between Hulhumale’, Male’ and Hulhule’.  

During the connection work carried out yesterday, electricity was cut offs occurred in Male’ City for about 2 hours. However, energy was restored upon completion of the process. STELCO has mentioned that the Greater Male’ Connection grid project is the biggest project that has been carried out. They also stated that this work would bring easier electricity connection consistently. 

This interconnection would give the ability to produce 100 megawatts from each transformer. The main cable that connects the electricity is placed under the Sinamale’ bridge. The latest work was carried out today to commence the energization of the sub stations in Hulhule’.  

STELCO just announced that the work would be done on 23rd and 24th of this month as well. Hence, electricity cut offs are expected in Male’ and Hulhumale’ while work is being carried out.