New Delhi: Power Grid Corporation of India (PGCIL) has commissioned the 765 KV double-circuit Ramgarh-Bhadla III transmission line along with the Ramgarh sub-station in Rajasthan. The project was officially inaugurated on February 12, 2026.
This milestone is expected to significantly enhance the transmission of renewable energy from Rajasthan’s large solar parks to the national grid.
Green Energy Highway: Key Highlights
- Transmission Line: 765 KV double-circuit, spanning approximately 186 km across the Thar desert.
- Sub-Station Capacity: 4,000 MVA at Ramgarh.
- Purpose: Evacuation of solar power from Jaisalmer and Ramgarh solar parks to the national grid.
- Impact: Supports integration of renewable energy and supplies power to industrial centres across multiple states.
Engineering Feat Amid Extreme Conditions
PGCIL’s engineering team successfully completed the project despite extreme temperatures and challenging weather conditions. Advanced construction technologies were used to:
- Minimise transmission losses
- Ensure operational efficiency
- Strengthen Rajasthan’s high-capacity transmission corridor for renewable energy
This project marks a crucial step in India’s renewable energy infrastructure, creating a reliable “Green Energy Highway” connecting solar generation hubs to demand centres.
Commissioning Ceremony
Senior officials of Powergrid attended the inauguration, including:
- Abhinav Verma, Executive Director
- Sanjay Kumar Thakur, Chief General Manager
The event underscored Powergrid’s commitment to expanding clean energy transmission capacity and reinforcing grid stability in Rajasthan.
About Power Grid Corporation of India
Power Grid Corporation of India is India’s largest Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) in electric power transmission. It owns and operates a vast high-voltage transmission network across the country, ensuring reliable power supply and facilitating renewable energy integration. The company plays a key role in India’s energy transition and strengthening national grid infrastructure.
