Power Grid Corporation Secures Key Transmission Project for 20 GW Rajasthan Renewable Energy Zone

State-owned Power Grid Corporation has secured a crucial inter-state power transmission project aimed at harnessing energy from a 20 GW Renewable Energy Zone (REZ) in Rajasthan. The Letter of Intent (LoI) for this significant venture was issued on December 29, 2023, and subsequently received by Power Grid Corporation on January 1, 2024.

In a noteworthy development, Power Grid Corporation emerged as the successful bidder through Tariff Based Competitive Bidding. The project involves establishing an Inter-State Transmission System for the evacuation of power from the REZ in Rajasthan, specifically focusing on Phase-III Part D – Phase I. The modalities of this venture are structured on a build, own, operate, and transfer (BOOT) basis.

The project’s scope encompasses the creation of two 765kV D/C transmission lines spanning across Rajasthan and Delhi. Additionally, it includes essential bay extension works at pre-existing substations situated in both Rajasthan and Delhi, as outlined in the regulatory filing.

This strategic initiative aligns with the broader goal of enhancing the nation’s renewable energy infrastructure, providing a significant boost to the transmission capabilities required for efficiently tapping into the 20 GW renewable energy potential in Rajasthan. Power Grid Corporation’s successful bid underscores its pivotal role in advancing India’s sustainable energy objectives and reinforces its commitment to contributing to the country’s clean energy landscape.