Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) has commissioned the “Transmission Network Expansion in Gujarat to increase ATC from ISTS: Part-B” project aimed at strengthening transmission capacity in Gujarat. According to a stock exchange filing, the project achieved commercial operation with effect from May 13, 2026, while the Notification for Commercial Operation (DOCO) was received…
The National Committee on Transmission (NCT) has approved a standardised implementation schedule for all future Inter-State Transmission System (ISTS) projects, aiming to improve execution certainty and align transmission readiness with renewable energy commissioning. As recorded in the minutes of the 40th NCT meeting, the approved timelines range from 24 months for 220 kV or 132…
The Ministry of Power issued an Office Memorandum on April 16, 2026, clarifying the conditions under which renewable energy (RE) projects can continue to avail the graded waiver of Inter-State Transmission System (ISTS) charges where commissioning has been delayed due to non-readiness of transmission infrastructure. The memorandum follows representations from RE developers seeking clarity on…
The Central Transmission Utility of India (CTU) has issued a “Detailed Procedure” for the grant of Connectivity and General Network Access (GNA) to the inter-state transmission system (ISTS). The framework takes effect from the date of notification, replacing the 2022 procedure, and introduces provisions on reallocation of transmission rights, changes in renewable energy sources, and…
Adani Energy Solutions Limited has been selected as the transmission service provider for the South Kalamb inter-state transmission project in Maharashtra, after quoting the lowest annual transmission charge of Rs 120.14 crore in a tariff-based competitive bidding (TBCB) process conducted by PFC Consulting Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Power Finance Corporation Limited (PFC). The…
The Uttar Pradesh New and Renewable Energy Development Agency (UPNEDA) has blacklisted a Prayagraj-based rooftop solar vendor empanelled under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, signalling tighter enforcement of the flagship solar scheme in the state. The agency barred the firm and forfeited its bank guarantee of Rs 2.5 lakh following complaints of non-compliance…
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC), through its order dated March 2, 2026, has allowed three renewable energy developers—Serentica Renewables India 4 Pvt. Ltd., ReNew Green Energy Solutions Pvt. Ltd., and ReNew Green (MHP One) Pvt. Ltd.—to retain inter-state transmission system (ISTS) connectivity despite delays in achieving commercial operation. The relief is subject to payment…
The National Committee on Transmission (NCT) reviewed emerging grid stability issues at its 38th meeting, with GRID-India highlighting persistent and worsening challenges at India’s largest inter-state transmission system (ISTS) connected renewable energy complexes. Low short circuit ratio (SCR) conditions across key locations in Rajasthan and the Western Region are leading to daily oscillations that are…
SJVN Limited has concluded its 600 MW interstate transmission system (ISTS)-connected wind power auction, awarding capacity to four developers at tariffs ranging from Rs 3.64 to Rs 3.65 per kWh. KPI Green Energy Limited secured the largest share of the auction with 300 MW at a tariff of Rs 3.64 per kWh. Under the auction…
Calcutta Electric Supply Corporation (CESC) has announced the results of its tender for 600 MW of interstate transmission system (ISTS) connected wind-solar hybrid power projects. The capacity has been awarded to four bidders at tariffs ranging from Rs 3.74 to Rs 3.75 per kWh. According to the tender results, Vismaya Renewables India Project secured 100…