Government of India Approves Massive Transmission Projects to Evacuate 9 GW of Renewable Power

The Government of India has approved new Interstate Transmission System (ISTS) schemes to evacuate 9 GW of renewable energy from Rajasthan and Karnataka. These schemes will be implemented through tariff-based competitive bidding (TBCB) mode. The government will invest around USD 1.6 billion (INR 13,595 crore) for the scheme. Furthermore, these schemes are part of the 500 GW of ISTS project capacity by 2030, of which 200 GW is already connected.

The government will evacuate 4.5 GW of renewable power from the Rajasthan Renewable Energy Zone (REZ), 1 GW from the Fatehgarh Complex, 2.5 GW from the Barmer Complex, and 1 GW from the Nagaur (Merta) Complex. This power will be transferred to the Mainpuri Region, Fatehpur, and Orai in Uttar Pradesh. The completion period of the scheme is two years. The scheme costs about USD 1.4 billion (INR 12,241 crore).

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The system strengthening scheme in Karnataka will evacuate 4.5 GW of renewable power from the Koppal area and Gadag area. Furthermore, the government will invest around USD 162 million (INR 1,354 crore) for the scheme, which will be completed by June 2027.

Objectives of the Project

Enhanced Renewable Energy Integration: By strengthening the transmission infrastructure, these projects will seamlessly integrate 9 GW of renewable energy into the national grid. This will significantly increase India's reliance on clean energy sources, reducing its dependence on fossil fuels. The project will play a pivotal role in the Indian renewable energy market.

Meeting Growing Energy Demands: The evacuated power will be directed towards states like Uttar Pradesh with high energy requirements. This will ensure a reliable supply of electricity to meet the population's and industries' growing needs.

Economic Benefits: The development of these transmission lines will create job opportunities in the construction and power sectors. Additionally, by reducing reliance on imported fuels, India can achieve greater energy security and potentially lower energy costs.

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