POWERGRID Wins New Interstate Transmission Project Under Competitive Bidding

Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) has secured another major transmission infrastructure project after being declared the successful bidder under the Tariff-Based Competitive Bidding (TBCB) process.

The company has received the Letter of Intent (LoI) for developing the "Augmentation at Bhadla-III, Ramgarh PS and Kanpur (PG)" interstate transmission project, further expanding its role in strengthening India's national power transmission network.

Key Highlights

• POWERGRID declared successful bidder under the TBCB route.

• Letter of Intent (LoI) received on July 9, 2026.

• Project to be implemented on a Build, Own, Operate and Transfer (BOOT) basis.

• Infrastructure upgrades will be carried out in Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh.

What Does the Project Include?

The transmission project involves augmentation and bay extension works at three major substations:

• Bhadla-III Substation (Rajasthan)

• Ramgarh Substation (Rajasthan)

• Kanpur Substation (Uttar Pradesh)

These upgrades are designed to improve transmission capacity and enhance the reliability of interstate electricity flow across the northern power grid.

Why This Project Matters

India's electricity demand continues to rise due to rapid industrialization, renewable energy expansion and urban development. Strengthening the interstate transmission network is essential for transporting electricity efficiently from power generation hubs to demand centres.

The new project is expected to:

• Enhance interstate power transmission capacity

• Improve grid reliability and operational efficiency

• Support the integration of renewable energy into the national grid

• Reduce transmission bottlenecks

• Strengthen power infrastructure across Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh

Project to Be Executed Under BOOT Model

The project will be developed under the Build, Own, Operate and Transfer (BOOT) model, under which POWERGRID will design, construct, own and operate the transmission assets before transferring them as per the terms of the concession agreement.

The BOOT framework encourages efficient project execution while ensuring long-term operational reliability.

What It Means for POWERGRID

Winning another project through the competitive bidding route reinforces POWERGRID's leadership in India's power transmission sector and strengthens its growing project portfolio.

As India accelerates investments in renewable energy and modern grid infrastructure, new transmission projects like this are expected to play a crucial role in ensuring uninterrupted and reliable electricity supply across states.

Bottom Line

POWERGRID's successful bid for the Bhadla-III, Ramgarh and Kanpur interstate transmission project marks another important milestone in India's power infrastructure expansion. The project will improve transmission capacity, support renewable energy integration and further strengthen the country's evolving electricity network.