Power Grid wins order to establish Inter-State Transmission System
Power Grid Corporation of India has been declared the successful bidder for the WR-ER Inter-Regional Network Expansion Scheme Part-A under Tariff Based Competitive Bidding (TBCB). The project involves establishing an Inter-State Transmission System on a Build, Own, Operate, and Transfer (BOOT) basis, with the Letter of Intent received on June 16, 2026. The scope includes establishing two new 765/400kV Sub-stations in Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh, extending existing Sub-stations in Chhattisgarh and West Bengal, and constructing transmission lines traversing Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, and Odisha.

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Power Grid Corporation of India has been declared the successful bidder to establish an Inter-State Transmission System for the WR-ER Inter-Regional Network Expansion Scheme Part-A under Tariff Based Competitive Bidding (TBCB). The project will be executed on a Build, Own, Operate, and Transfer (BOOT) basis. The company received the Letter of Intent (LoI) on June 16, 2026, confirming the award.
Project Scope
The project encompasses the establishment of two new 765/400kV Sub-stations located in Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh. Additionally, the scope includes the extension of existing Sub-stations in Chhattisgarh and West Bengal.
Transmission Infrastructure
The initiative involves the construction of 765kV and 400kV transmission lines. These lines will traverse through the states of Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, and Odisha, connecting the regional networks to enhance grid capacity.
| Project Component | Location |
|---|---|
| New 765/400kV Sub-station | Jharkhand |
| New 765/400kV Sub-station | Chhattisgarh |
| Extension of Sub-station | Chhattisgarh |
| Extension of Sub-station | West Bengal |
| 765kV & 400kV Transmission Lines | Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Odisha |
Historical Stock Returns for Power Grid Corporation of India
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +1.23% | +1.95% | -1.45% | +13.30% | +1.72% | +122.99% |
What is the projected timeline for the completion of the WR-ER Inter-Regional Network Expansion Scheme Part-A?
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