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When did Calcutta get electricity?

The electrification of Calcutta took place 17 years after New York, which boasted of electricity in 1882 and eleven years after London, which was electrified in 1888. In Calcutta, the initial rate per unit of power was Rupee 1, the price being the same as in London. Bombay followed closely, inspired by the success of electricity in Calcutta.

When was the first thermal power plant built in Calcutta?

The Calcutta Electric Supply Corporation Limited commissioned first Thermal Power Plant on 17th April, 1899 at Emambagh Lane near Prinsep Street in Calcutta. The initial capacity was 3 x 500 HP, Direct Current (DC) supplied to Consumers at 450 & 225 Volts.

When was the first generating station erected in India?

The first generating station was erected at Emambagh Lane, near Princep Street, which was commissioned on 17 April, 1899, heralding the beginning of thermal power generation in India. The electrification of Calcutta took place 17 years after New York, which boasted of electricity in 1882 and eleven years after London, which was electrified in 1888.

When did the southern Generating Station start supplying power to Calcutta?

The 135MW Southern Generating Station brought an end to the horror of loadshedding which plagued the city of Calcutta since 1961. The first unit commenced supply in September, 1990, followed by the second unit in May, 1991.. Goodbye to loadshedding.