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Voith Hydro wins Rs 1.65 bn contract for Mankulam hydro project

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Voith Hydro Private Limited has secured a contract valued at Rs 1,647.5 million for executing electromechanical (E&M) works for the Mankulam Hydro Electric Project in Kerala. The tender was issued by Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) in March 2024. The contract involves the completion of E&M works within two years. Located in Devikulam taluk of Idukki district, the Mankulam HEP – Phase I has an installed capacity of 40 MW and an estimated annual generation…

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Andritz secures Rs 1.09 bn contract for GIS work at Teesta-V

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Andritz Hydro Private Limited has secured a contract worth Rs 1,093.7 million for the supply, erection, testing, and commissioning of key electrical infrastructure for the Teesta-V Hydro Power Project in Sikkim. The scope includes a 420 kV gas insulated substation (GIS), a 400 kV outdoor pothead yard, 400 kV cross-linked polyethylene (XLPE) cables, and related accessories. The tender was issued by NHPC Limited in November 2024. The 510 MW (3×170 MW) Teesta Stage V Hydro…

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Kerala leases land to KMRL for 12 MW solar project in Kasargod

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The Government of Kerala (GoK) has leased 50 acres of land to Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL) for developing a 12 MW solar power project in Kasargod district. The lease term is 30 years, with an annual rent of Rs 3.205 million. The solar project will be set up at Ambalathara village in Hosdurg taluk. Power generated from the facility will be used to meet KMRL’s electricity requirements.

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KfW inspect green corridor projects in Madhya Pradesh

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A delegation from KfW Development Bank recently reviewed transmission projects executed by Madhya Pradesh Power Transmission Corporation Ltd (MPPTCL) under the Green Energy Corridor – Phase I (GEC-I). As per MPPTCL’s release, these projects were completed ahead of schedule and are now operational. The GEC-I scheme, funded by KfW, includes intrastate transmission systems aimed at renewable energy evacuation. It is monitored by the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO). Walter Klotz, a technical officer from KfW, inspected…

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ACME commissions 112.5 MW solar power in Bikaner

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ACME Sikar Solar Private Limited, a subsidiary of ACME Solar Holdings, commissioned 112.5 MW under Phase-II of its 300 MW solar project in Bikaner, Rajasthan on May 19, 2025. With this, the cumulative commissioned capacity at the site stands at 165 MW. The project, financed by Power Finance Corporation Limited (PFC), is spread over around 1,300 acres. Power from the plant will be sold on power exchanges at Rs 3.05 per kWh on a merchant…

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Hitachi Energy tests world’s first 765kV ester-filled transformer

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Hitachi Energy has successfully tested the world’s first 765kV/400kV, single-phase 250 MVA transformer filled with natural ester oil. This transformer is a major step in ultra-high-voltage AC (alternating current) grid safety and sustainability. The use of natural ester makes the transformer safer and more environmentally friendly than traditional mineral oil-based models. This transformer was developed under Hitachi Energy’s TrafoStar technology platform, which ensures standardised design and quality across its global manufacturing facilities. Natural ester oil…

Power Sector News Roundup for May 20, 2025

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Global: Seven firms shortlisted for $2.28 bn Oman power projects India: SJVN commissions 78.23 MW solar capacity in Bikaner Waaree wins LoA for 94 MW decentralised solar project TSGENCO invites bids to prepare DPR for 132 MW solar projects in Telangana IIT Kanpur and Mitcon win contracts for thermal power projects Andhra Pradesh lays foundation for 2,800 MWp hybrid project with BESS GAIL updates biogas pricing and transport charges under CBG scheme Advait secures Rs…