Power Grid Corporation of India (PGCIL) has announced board-level approval for three major investment proposals totalling Rs 964.44 crore, aimed at strengthening the country’s power transmission network. These investments are part of the company's broader strategy to enhance infrastructure for efficient power evacuation and regional connectivity.

The first project involves strengthening the transmission system to support the evacuation of power from the Bhadla/Bikaner complex in Rajasthan. With an estimated cost of Rs 212.81 crore, the project is scheduled to be commissioned within 18 months from the date of allocation, targeting completion by 09 June, 2026. The second project, Eastern Region Expansion Scheme-43 (ERES-43), is set to cost Rs 342.69 crore. The transmission infrastructure under this scheme is expected to be operational within 18 months from the allocation date, with a best-effort commissioning target of 15 months, aiming for a deadline of 01 March, 2026.

The third initiative, Eastern Region Expansion Scheme-44 (ERES-44), has a projected investment of Rs 408.94 crore. Like the previous projects, it is also planned for commissioning within 18 months  from the date of approval, with a scheduled deadline of 24 May 2026. The Bhadla/Bikaner complex is known for its large solar installations, and effective power evacuation from this region is critical to India’s clean energy goals.