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Andhra Pradesh is set to significantly upgrade its electricity network. Twenty-four power transmission projects valued at Rs 3,507 crore will be completed and commissioned by December 2026. These initiatives aim to enhance grid stability and support the state's development. APTRANSCO is actively working on numerous projects to meet growing power demands and ensure reliable supply across Andhra Pradesh. View More
Amaravati, The Andhra Pradesh government has directed officials to complete and commission 24 power transmission projects worth Rs 3,507 crore between June and December 2026 to strengthen the state's electricity network. Special Chief Secretary (Energy) K Vijayanand reviewed the progress of various transmission projects being executed by Andhra Pradesh Transmission Corporation ( APTRANSCO ) across the state and instructed officials to ensure timely completion of the works. "A total of 24 transmission projects worth Rs 3,507 crore are slated for completion and commissioning between June and December 2026 as part of efforts to augment the state's electricity infrastructure," Vijayanand in an official release on Tuesday. The Special Chief Secretary said APTRANSCO and the state government were committed to ensuring quality, reliable and uninterrupted power supply to agriculture, industries, commercial establishments and domestic consumers. He emphasised the need to expedite the implementation of 400 kV, 220 kV and 132 kV transmission projects to meet the growing power demand and strengthen the state's transmission infrastructure. Live Events During the review, Vijayanand noted that APTRANSCO has already commissioned three 400 kV substations , eight 220 kV substations and 21 substations of 132 kV capacity, adding 1,465 MVA transformation capacity and 571 circuit kilometres (CKM) of transmission lines to the state grid. According to the top official, 68 transmission projects with an estimated investment of Rs 5,279 crore are currently under various stages of execution across Andhra Pradesh. Upon completion, these projects will add 15,224.5 MVA transformation capacity and 1,828 CKM of transmission lines, substantially enhancing the state's transmission network. Vijayanand directed officials to closely monitor the progress of these projects and ensure completion within the scheduled timelines while maintaining quality standards. Tenders have already been floated for 29 new transmission projects, which are expected to add 4,520 MVA transformation capacity and 700 CKM of transmission lines, the release said. In addition, 72 transmission projects are currently under planning and APTRANSCO intends to float tenders for them within the next three months. These projects are aimed at strengthening the state's transmission network and ensuring efficient evacuation of power from generating stations to load centres. Reviewing the inauguration plan for 24 completed transmission projects, Vijayanand said the facilities, comprising 400 kV, 220 kV and 132 kV substations along with associated transmission systems, would be inaugurated in a phased manner over the next six months. Major projects lined up for inauguration include the Rs 875-crore 400/220 kV GIS substation at Atchutapuram in Visakhapatnam district, the Rs 560-crore 400/220 kV substation at Gudivada in Krishna district and the Rs 380-crore 400/132 kV substation at Ainavilli in BR Ambedkar Konaseema district. Other key projects are the Rs 262-crore 132/33 kV substation at Kapuluppada in Visakhapatnam district, the Rs 148-crore 220/132/33 kV substation at Banavasi in Kurnool district and the Rs 145-crore 220/132/33 kV substation at Pullalacheruvu in Markapuram district, among others. "These projects will significantly improve grid stability, reduce transmission losses and support the industrial, agricultural and socio-economic development of Andhra Pradesh," he said. Reiterating APTRANSCO's long-term vision, Vijayanand said the organisation remains focused on building a robust, modern and future-ready transmission network capable of supporting Andhra Pradesh's growing energy requirements. .Pbanner{display:flex;justify-content:space-between;align-items:center;background-color:#ec1c40;margin-top:20px;padding:5px 10px;border-radius:4px;color:#fff;line-height:10px;} .Pbannertext{display:flex;align-items:center;font-size:16px;font-weight:600;font-family:'Montserrat';} .Pbannertext img{height:20px;margin:0 6px} .Pbannerbutton a{display:flex;align-items:center;background-color:#fff;color:#ec1c40;text-decoration:none;font-weight:600;padding:4px 8px;border-radius:6px;font-size:15px;font-family:'Montserrat';} .Pbannerbutton img{height:20px;margin-right:6px} .Pbannerbutton a:hover{background-color:#f7f7f7} Add as a Reliable and Trusted News Source Add Now! (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel) (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel)
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India has introduced standardized timelines for power transmission projects to accelerate renewable energy integration. The Central Electricity Authority's new guidelines aim to synchronize grid expansion with generation and distribution, reducing delays that hinder new power capacity. These measures are crucial as transmission expansion struggles to match the rapid growth of clean energy. View More
India has introduced a standardised set of timelines for power transmission projects in a bid to better coordinate grid expansion with generation and distribution infrastructure, as the country seeks to accelerate the integration of renewable energy into its power system. The timelines, issued by the Central Electricity Authority (CEA), are intended to bring greater alignment between generation projects, transmission networks and last-mile distribution infrastructure, reducing the risk of delays that can leave new power capacity waiting for grid connectivity. According to information published on the CEA website, the National Committee on Transmission (NCT), at its 40th meeting held on April 15, 2026, approved standardised implementation timelines for different configurations of Inter-State Transmission System (ISTS) projects. The move is aimed at improving predictability and supporting coordinated development of the country's power network. Under the advisory, high-voltage direct current (HVDC) transmission projects must be completed within a maximum period of 54 months. A 765-kilovolt substation, meanwhile, should be built within three years. Transmission WorkImplementation Timeline (Months)Greenfield AIS/GIS/Hybrid Sub-station (765kV or 400kV)36Greenfield AIS/GIS/Hybrid Sub-station (220kV or 132kV)24HVDC system (Line + S/s)48–54765kV D/c line (Length < 100 km)30765kV D/c line (Length > 100 km)36400kV D/c line (Length < 50 km)24400kV D/c line (Length > 50 km)30220kV or 132kV line24Augmentation at Existing AIS Sub-station (400kV and above)30Augmentation at Existing AIS Sub-station (220/230kV and below)24Augmentation at Existing GIS/Hybrid Sub-station (132kV and above)30 Live Events The authority said projects located in difficult terrain may be granted additional time. For projects in hilly or challenging areas in the North Eastern Region, Sikkim, Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh and Himachal Pradesh, an additional six to 12 months may be added to the prescribed timelines on a need or merit basis. The advisory also addresses projects that involve multiple types of transmission infrastructure. “In case of a scheme having combination of the above-mentioned types of projects, the qualifying time schedule of the activity having maximum time period shall be considered for the scheme as a whole,” the CEA said. “However, in case of any exigency, compressed time schedule may be considered on case-to-case basis,” it added. The move comes as transmission network expansion in India and several other parts of the world struggles to keep pace with rapidly growing renewable energy capacity. Solar and wind projects can often be built faster than the transmission lines needed to connect them to consumers, creating a growing queue of projects awaiting grid access. The rapid expansion of clean energy has also put pressure on manufacturing capacity for transmission equipment, extending delivery schedules for key components required to build new power networks. To improve coordination, the CEA advised generation companies, transmission developers, power distribution companies, bulk-load consumers and other stakeholders to factor the timelines into their project planning. “Generation/ transmission developers, DISCOMs, Bulk load and other relevant stakeholders are advised to take the above timelines into account while planning their generation/ load schedules, financial closure, equipment procurement, and related milestones for better alignment with the corresponding transmission system,” the authority said. Industry observers have repeatedly warned that grid expansion remains one of the biggest challenges facing India's clean energy ambitions. “The mismatch between renewable energy deployment and transmission timelines will persist under a business-as-usual approach,” energy research firm Ember said in a note last month. The firm said grid constraints are threatening to slow India's energy transition and argued that generation and transmission infrastructure need to be planned together over the long term so that new transmission lines are not built only in response to generation projects. Apart from pressure on equipment suppliers, particularly in the HVDC segment, the sector continues to face delays linked to right-of-way approvals and fragmented land ownership patterns that can slow project execution. According to Ember, India has achieved only about 80% of its annual transmission expansion targets over the past five years. The research firm also found that roughly one in four inter-state transmission projects faced delays of at least one year, highlighting the scale of the challenge confronting the country's power sector. .Pbanner{display:flex;justify-content:space-between;align-items:center;background-color:#ec1c40;margin-top:20px;padding:5px 10px;border-radius:4px;color:#fff;line-height:10px;} .Pbannertext{display:flex;align-items:center;font-size:16px;font-weight:600;font-family:'Montserrat';} .Pbannertext img{height:20px;margin:0 6px} .Pbannerbutton a{display:flex;align-items:center;background-color:#fff;color:#ec1c40;text-decoration:none;font-weight:600;padding:4px 8px;border-radius:6px;font-size:15px;font-family:'Montserrat';} .Pbannerbutton img{height:20px;margin-right:6px} .Pbannerbutton a:hover{background-color:#f7f7f7} Add as a Reliable and Trusted News Source Add Now! (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel) (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel)
Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi on Monday launched India's first dedicated Wind Turbine Supply Chain Management (WT-MARUT) Portal, aimed at strengthening the country's domestic wind manufacturing ecosystem and accelerating its clean energy ambitions. View More
Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi on Monday launched India's first dedicated Wind Turbine Supply Chain Management (WT-MARUT) Portal, aimed at strengthening the country's domestic wind manufacturing ecosystem and accelerating its clean energy ambitions. The portal was unveiled at the Global Wind Day Conference in Goa, organised by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) with support from industry bodies including the Indian Wind Turbine Manufacturers Association (IWTMA), Wind Independent Power Producers Association (WIPPA) and Indian Wind Power Association (IWPA). According to the ministry, the WT-MARUT portal has been developed under the aegis of MNRE with support from IWTMA and is designed to provide visibility into component sourcing, facilitate compliance with domestic sourcing requirements under the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) framework, enable supplier discovery and qualification, strengthen collaboration across the supply chain, enhance export readiness and ensure secure hosting of industry data within India. The launch comes amid strong growth in India's wind energy sector. India added a record 6.1 GW of new wind capacity in FY 2025-26, registering a 46 per cent year-on-year increase and marking the highest annual wind installation in the country's history. With over 56.1 GW of installed wind capacity, India is currently the world's fourth-largest wind energy market. However, less than five per cent of the country's estimated wind energy potential of 1,164 GW has been harnessed so far. Live Events The conference also highlighted India's growing role in the global wind energy supply chain. As per a report by IWTMA and PwC titled "Elevating India's Wind Turbine Exports for Global Markets", exports of wind turbines and components crossed Rs 12,000 crore in FY 2025-26, nearly 50 per cent higher than the previous fiscal year. The report estimates that India could account for 10 per cent of global wind turbine exports by 2030 and 20 per cent by 2040. The Central Electricity Authority (CEA), The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) and the National Institute of Wind Energy (NIWE), have projected that India would require more than 100 GW of wind energy capacity by 2030 to ensure a successful, affordable and sustainable energy transition. Speaking at the event, IWTMA Chairman Girish Tanti said wind energy would remain central to India's clean energy journey and net-zero ambitions. "Global Wind Day is a call to accelerate action and align the entire wind ecosystem behind one shared ambition of unlocking the true potential of wind in India's energy transition. Wind continues to be one of the most cost-competitive and grid-friendly renewable energy technologies and will play a critical role in achieving India's vision of 500 GW by 2030 and net zero ambition by 2070," Tanti said. He further said India has built significant manufacturing capabilities and is well positioned to emerge as a major global supplier. "With approximately 24 GW of annual manufacturing capacity, strong capabilities across four major components -- nacelles, gearboxes, blades and towers -- and a world-class supply chain ecosystem, India is well positioned to scale annual wind installations to 15 GW by 2030 and capture 20 per cent of the global wind supply chain opportunity by 2040," he added. .Pbanner{display:flex;justify-content:space-between;align-items:center;background-color:#ec1c40;margin-top:20px;padding:5px 10px;border-radius:4px;color:#fff;line-height:10px;} .Pbannertext{display:flex;align-items:center;font-size:16px;font-weight:600;font-family:'Montserrat';} .Pbannertext img{height:20px;margin:0 6px} .Pbannerbutton a{display:flex;align-items:center;background-color:#fff;color:#ec1c40;text-decoration:none;font-weight:600;padding:4px 8px;border-radius:6px;font-size:15px;font-family:'Montserrat';} .Pbannerbutton img{height:20px;margin-right:6px} .Pbannerbutton a:hover{background-color:#f7f7f7} Add as a Reliable and Trusted News Source Add Now!
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