Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) has been declared the successful bidder under Tariff Based Competitive Bidding (TBCB) for establishing an Inter-State transmission system. The project, named “Transmission System Strengthening at Kurnool-III PS for Integration of Additional RE Generation Projects,” will be developed on a Build, Own, Operate, and Transfer (BOOT) basis. POWERGRID received the Letter of Intent (LoI) on March 6, 2025.
The project involves the augmentation of transformation capacity at the existing Kurnool-III substation and extension works at the C’peta substation. It also includes the construction of a 765kV double-circuit transmission line. The entire scope of the project is located in Andhra Pradesh and aims to strengthen the transmission infrastructure to support additional renewable energy generation.
This development aligns with India’s commitment to expanding renewable energy capacity and ensuring efficient transmission infrastructure to integrate new projects into the national grid. By securing this project, POWERGRID reinforces its role as a key player in India’s power transmission sector.
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