Gurugram: Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID), a Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE) under the Ministry of Power, celebrated the 80th Independence Day with patriotic fervour and enthusiasm at more than 200 establishments and offices across the country.
At the POWERGRID Corporate Centre in Gurugram, Vamsi Rama Mohan Burra, Chairman & Managing Director, hoisted the National Flag in the presence of Dr. Yatindra Dwivedi, Director (Personnel), Naveen Srivastava, Director (Operations), senior officials, employees and their family members.
POWERGRID Independence Day Celebration in Gurugram
The ceremony began with the National Anthem, followed by the singing of Vande Mataram. The proceedings reflected the spirit of national pride, unity and dedication towards the nation.
The Independence Day celebrations were simultaneously organised at various POWERGRID establishments and offices across India, highlighting the organisation’s continued contribution to the country’s infrastructure development and nation-building efforts.
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Cultural Programmes Held Across POWERGRID Offices
Various cultural programmes were also organised as part of the Independence Day celebrations.
The programmes showcased:
- India’s rich cultural heritage
- The spirit of unity in diversity
- Patriotism and national pride
- Collective commitment towards nation-building
The celebrations brought together POWERGRID employees, officials and their families across different locations.
POWERGRID’s Transmission Network and Key Infrastructure
As of July 31, 2026, POWERGRID has commissioned and is operating a large-scale transmission network across the country.
The company’s key infrastructure includes:
- 292 substations
- More than 1,86,889 circuit kilometres of transmission lines
- 6,37,016 MVA of transformation capacity
- Average transmission system availability of more than 99.81%
POWERGRID has continued to adopt advanced technologies, automation and digital solutions to strengthen the reliability, security and efficiency of electricity transmission across India.
POWERGRID’s Role in Reliable Power Transmission
With its extensive transmission infrastructure and high system availability, POWERGRID plays an important role in the reliable transmission of electricity across the country.
The company’s continued focus on technology, automation and digitalisation supports the secure and efficient operation of the national power transmission network while contributing to India’s overall power sector development.
About POWERGRID
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) is a Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Power, Government of India. The company is India’s leading power transmission utility, responsible for developing and operating a large-scale transmission network across the country. POWERGRID also undertakes projects in smart grid technology, telecommunications, and renewable energy integration to strengthen India’s power infrastructure.
