New Delhi: Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) has commissioned a major transmission project to strengthen the integration of renewable energy into the national grid in Karnataka. The project, titled “Transmission Scheme for Integration of Renewable Energy Zone (Phase-II) in Koppal-II (Phase-A & B) and Gadag-II (Phase-A) in Karnataka,” became operational on October 23, 2026.
POWERGRID received the Notification for Commercial Operation (DOCO) for the project on the same date, marking its formal commissioning.
POWERGRID Renewable Energy Transmission Project: Key Details
The commissioned transmission scheme is designed to support the integration of renewable energy generated in the Koppal-II and Gadag-II renewable energy zones in Karnataka into the national electricity grid.
The project covers the following phases:
- Koppal-II: Phase-A and Phase-B
- Gadag-II: Phase-A
- Commissioning date: October 23, 2026
- Notification for Commercial Operation (DOCO): Received on October 23, 2026
The project is expected to strengthen transmission infrastructure and facilitate the integration of renewable energy into the national grid.
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POWERGRID Project: Subsidiary Merger and Corporate Details
The transmission project was originally entrusted to POWERGRID Koppal Gadag Transmission Limited (PKGTL), a wholly owned subsidiary of POWERGRID.
According to the company’s disclosure, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs issued an order dated January 27, 2026, for the amalgamation of PKGTL with POWERGRID Khavda II-C Transmission Limited. The amalgamation became effective on March 1, 2026.
The project’s commissioning was disclosed under Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The filing was made to the National Stock Exchange of India Limited (NSE) and BSE Limited.
Importance of the Project for Renewable Energy Integration
The commissioning of the transmission scheme is an important step towards improving grid infrastructure for renewable energy zones in Karnataka. Efficient transmission facilities are essential for connecting renewable energy sources to the wider electricity network and supporting the delivery of power to consumers.
By developing transmission infrastructure for the Koppal-II and Gadag-II zones, the project is intended to facilitate the integration of renewable energy into India’s national grid.
About POWERGRID
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) is a public sector enterprise under the Ministry of Power, Government of India. It is primarily engaged in electricity transmission and the development, operation and maintenance of high-voltage transmission networks across the country.
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