The project involves the construction of the Khammam–Pendurthi–Visakhapatnam 765 kV double-circuit transmission line
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited has invited bids for a major transmission project in Andhra Pradesh to support upcoming green hydrogen and green ammonia developments in the Visakhapatnam region.
Issued under Transmission Line Package TL05, the initiative is part of a broader push to strengthen renewable energy infrastructure in southern India through tariff-based competitive bidding (TBCB).
The project involves the construction of the Khammam–Pendurthi–Visakhapatnam 765 kV double-circuit transmission line, identified as Part Two of a larger network designed to enable Phase One of these clean energy projects. The high-capacity corridor will facilitate long-distance power evacuation with minimal losses, creating a reliable backbone for industrial energy demand. It will also allow developers to integrate large-scale renewable energy sources with industrial clusters, accelerating the shift toward cleaner fuels.
The use of 765 kV transmission technology is aimed at ensuring efficient transfer of large volumes of electricity over long distances while maintaining grid stability—critical for energy-intensive applications such as electrolytic hydrogen production, which require continuous and high-capacity power supply. The project also aligns with government efforts to boost private sector participation and improve efficiency in large-scale transmission development.
Bidding documents are available from March 23 to April 4, with online submissions due by April 6 at 11:00 am via the PRANIT portal. Technical bids will be opened the same day at 11:30 am. The tender is being managed from POWERGRID’s Gurugram office, with a document fee of ₹25,000. While the earnest money deposit is listed as zero, final financial commitments will be determined through the competitive bidding process. Once completed, the project is expected to significantly enhance renewable energy capacity in the Visakhapatnam region and support large-scale industrial decarbonisation.
