POWERGRID Commissions 8.1 GW Rajasthan Solar Transmission Project Under Phase-II Part-G

Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) has announced the successful completion of a major inter-state transmission project through its wholly-owned subsidiary, POWERGRID Narela Transmission Limited. The company shared this update in an official filing with the National Stock Exchange and BSE Limited on February 24, 2026.

The project is titled “Transmission System Strengthening Scheme for evacuation of power from Solar Energy Zones in Rajasthan (8.1 GW) under Phase-II Part-G.” It was awarded to the subsidiary under the Tariff-Based Competitive Bidding (TBCB) process. The scheme is an important step in improving India’s renewable energy infrastructure. It has been developed to help transfer large volumes of solar power generated in Rajasthan to different parts of the country through the national grid.

As per the official filing signed by Company Secretary Satyaprakash Dash, the project was fully commissioned on December 7, 2025. The company later received the formal Notification for Commercial Operation (DOCO) through email on February 24, 2026. The disclosure was made in line with Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.

With this commissioning, POWERGRID has further strengthened its transmission network. The project will support the evacuation of 8.1 GW of solar power and improve grid stability. It also reflects the company’s continued efforts to support India’s clean energy transition and ensure a reliable power supply across states.