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Power Grid Corporation of India Limited announced that its Committee of Directors on Investment on Projects has approved three major proposals for procurement of cold spare transformers and reactors across WRPC, NERPC, and SRPC regions. The combined investment exceeds ₹913 crore, with implementation timelines of 30 months.
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Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) has taken a significant step to strengthen India’s transmission infrastructure. In its meeting held on 20 January 2026, the Committee of Directors on Investment on Projects cleared three proposals aimed at enhancing grid reliability and preparedness.
Key Highlights
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Implementation of procurement under the 51st Western Regional Power Committee (WRPC) at an estimated cost of ₹401.88 crore, scheduled for completion within 30 months.
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Approval of procurement under the 28th North Eastern Regional Power Committee (NERPC) at an estimated cost of ₹166.33 crore, also targeted for completion within 30 months.
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Sanction of procurement under the 53rd Southern Regional Power Committee (SRPC) at an estimated cost of ₹345.78 crore, with a similar 30-month implementation timeline.
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The combined investment amounts to approximately ₹913.99 crore, reflecting POWERGRID’s commitment to ensuring operational resilience and readiness through cold spare transformers and reactors.
Sources: Power Grid Corporation of India Limited, Committee of Directors on Investment on Projects Announcement
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