India’s Power Transmission Network Crosses 5 Lakh Circuit Kilometres, Strengthening Renewable Energy Evacuation

India’s power transmission network has crossed a major milestone by surpassing 5 lakh circuit kilometers of transmission lines at 220 kV and above, along with a transformation capacity of 1,407 GVA. This achievement highlights the steady expansion of the country’s electricity infrastructure to support rising power demand and the rapid growth of renewable energy.

The milestone was achieved on 14 January 2026 with the commissioning of a 628-circuit-kilometer, 765 kV transmission line connecting Bhadla II to the Sikar II substation in Rajasthan. This line plays a key role in evacuating renewable energy from the Rajasthan Renewable Energy Zone. With this addition, around 1,100 MW of power can now be transmitted from major solar power hubs such as Bhadla, Ramgarh, and Fatehgarh, strengthening the integration of clean energy into the national grid.

Since April 2014, India’s transmission network has expanded significantly, recording a growth of 71.6 percent. During this period, more than 2.09 lakh circuit kilometers of transmission lines have been added, while transformation capacity has increased by 876 GVA. This expansion has also strengthened inter-regional power transfer capacity, which has now reached 1,20,340 MW. As a result, electricity can move smoothly across regions, supporting the vision of “One Nation—One Grid—One Frequency.”

Several new projects are currently under implementation to further strengthen the grid. Inter-state transmission projects are expected to add around 40,000 circuit kilometers of lines and 399 GVA of transformation capacity. At the same time, intra-state projects will contribute another 27,500 circuit kilometres and 134 GVA of capacity. These additions will improve grid reliability and ensure efficient power evacuation.

The growing transmission capacity will play a crucial role in supporting India’s target of achieving 500 GW of non-fossil power generation by 2030. Crossing the 5 lakh circuit kilometer mark reflects the government’s continued focus on providing reliable, affordable, and secure electricity while enabling the country’s clean energy transition.