Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) has won a significant order through international competitive bidding for the establishment of the 1×800 MW Ukai Supercritical Thermal Power Plant (Unit-7) in Tapi district, Gujarat. The order has been placed by Gujarat State Electricity Corporation Limited (GSECL).
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The proposed unit will be constructed on the existing ash dyke area, and BHEL’s scope of work will include design, engineering, manufacturing, supply, erection, testing, and commissioning of the EPC package. The company will also handle all required electrical, civil, and structural works, as well as supply advanced emission control equipment for enhanced efficiency.
It is noteworthy that BHEL had earlier installed the first thermal unit at Ukai in 1976, underscoring a long-standing and successful partnership.
As India’s leading power equipment manufacturer, with over 1,70,000 MW of installed power capacity across the nation, BHEL continues to play a crucial role in enhancing India’s energy security and advancing the country’s self-reliance in the power sector.
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