<h1>ADB and India Sign $300 Million Loan for Uttar Pradesh Rural Power Network Upgrade, Focus on Reliability and Inclusivity.</h1> The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Government of India have signed a $300 million loan agreement to enhance the rural power distribution network in Uttar Pradesh. This initiative aims to provide reliable electricity, reduce technical and commercial losses, and improve financial sustainability. The project includes converting 65,000 km of low-voltage lines to aerial bundle conductors and establishing a 17,000 km feeder separation network for agriculture and residential use. It also focuses on gender inclusivity and financial management improvements. The project will engage women's self-help groups to enhance bill collection and is supported by a $2 million technical assistance grant.