New Delhi: Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID), a Maharatna Central Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of Power, conducted its 37th Annual General Meeting (AGM) through virtual mode on August 20, 2026.
The AGM was chaired by Vamsi Rama Mohan Burra, Chairman and Managing Director, in the presence of Director (Personnel) Yatindra Dwivedi, Director (Operations) Naveen Srivastava, Director (Finance) Amol Taori, and Government Nominee Director Abhay Bakre.
Shareholders participated in the meeting virtually, where the management presented the company’s financial performance, operational achievements, future growth plans, technological innovations and key initiatives.
POWERGRID Highlights Financial and Operational Performance
During the AGM, the management discussed the company’s key developments and future prospects. It also responded to queries raised by shareholders during the virtual meeting.
The company highlighted its continued efforts to strengthen India’s power transmission infrastructure through advanced technologies, automation and digital solutions.
Shareholders appreciated POWERGRID’s performance and conveyed their best wishes to the management for the company’s continued growth.
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POWERGRID Operates 292 Substations and 1.86 Lakh Circuit Km Network
As of July 31, 2026, POWERGRID had commissioned and was operating a large-scale transmission network across the country.
Key operational figures included:
- 292 substations commissioned and operational
- More than 1,86,889 circuit km of transmission lines
- 6,37,016 MVA of transformation capacity
- Average transmission system availability of more than 99.81%
The extensive network underlines POWERGRID’s critical role in facilitating the reliable transmission of electricity across different regions of India.
Transmission System Availability Remains Above 99.81%
A key highlight of POWERGRID’s operational performance was its average transmission system availability of more than 99.81%.
The company attributed its high network reliability and operational efficiency to the adoption of modern technological tools and techniques, along with increased automation and digital solutions.
Maintaining high transmission availability is particularly important as India’s electricity demand continues to rise due to industrialisation, urbanisation and the growing deployment of renewable energy.
Advanced Technology and Automation Strengthen Grid Operations
POWERGRID has increasingly integrated digital technologies and automation into its transmission operations.
These technologies support more effective:
- Network monitoring
- Preventive maintenance
- Operational management
- Identification of potential issues
- Transmission system reliability
The use of advanced digital solutions enables the company to manage its geographically extensive transmission network more efficiently and maintain reliable electricity movement across regions.
POWERGRID’s Role in India’s Renewable Energy Transition
The company’s continued investment in transmission infrastructure is expected to remain important for India’s broader energy transition.
As renewable energy capacity expands across the country, a strong transmission network will be essential to connect generation centres with major consumption hubs and facilitate the efficient movement of electricity.
POWERGRID’s large transmission network provides critical infrastructure for integrating increasing amounts of renewable power into the national grid.
AGM Highlights Future Growth and Innovation
The 37th AGM also highlighted POWERGRID’s focus on future growth, technological innovation and strengthening transmission infrastructure.
With one of India’s largest power transmission networks and consistently high system availability, the company continues to play a key role in supporting the country’s energy infrastructure requirements.
The management’s focus on technology, automation and digitalisation is expected to further strengthen operational efficiency and network reliability.
Shareholders Appreciate POWERGRID’s Performance
The virtual AGM provided shareholders with an opportunity to review POWERGRID’s financial and operational developments and raise questions with the management.
The management addressed the queries raised during the meeting, following which shareholders appreciated the company’s performance and conveyed their support and best wishes for its continued growth.
About Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID)
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) is a Maharatna Central Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of Power. The company is primarily engaged in power transmission and operates one of India’s largest electricity transmission networks. POWERGRID plays a crucial role in strengthening the national grid, improving power supply reliability and supporting the integration of renewable energy into India’s power system.
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