The project will enhance India’s power transmission capacity and support the integration of renewable energy sources. It will enable efficient transfer of 6000MW over a high-voltage direct current (HVDC) system, resulting in significant improvement in grid stability and reduced transmission losses.

Jan 17, 2025

Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) has signed an agreement with the Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL) for the prestigious 800kV, 6GW KPS2-Nagpur HVDC project.

As per the leading power equipment manufacturer, the landmark project aligned perfectly with BHEL’s expertise in power transmission solutions.

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The state-of-the-art HVDC system would enable efficient power transfer of 6GW, enhancing grid stability and reducing transmission losses. BHEL was committed to supporting the nation’s renewable energy goals through its advanced technological solutions.

The collaboration strengthened BHEL’s dedication to the Make In India initiative, while contributing to building a robust and sustainable power infrastructure for the nation.

As per POWERGRID, the landmark project aimed to enhance India’s power transmission capacity and support the integration of renewable energy sources. The project would enable efficient transfer of 6000 MW over a high-voltage direct current (HVDC) system, resulting in significant improvement in grid stability and reduced transmission losses.

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The marquee project underscored PGCIL’s commitment to building a sustainable and resilient power infrastructure, it added.