Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (Powergrid) has approved investments for two transmission projects under the “Transmission System for Offshore Wind Zone Phase-1” (500 MW VGF off the coast of Gujarat for Subzone B3).
The first project involves the creation of a 400 kV substation at Vataman with 2×1500 MVA, 765/400 kV transformers and 2×125 MVAR (420 kV) bus reactors at an estimated cost of Rs 3.19 billion. The project is expected to be commissioned by February 19, 2026. The second project focuses on additional power supply to the Dholera area with a cost estimate of Rs 1.09 billion. It includes 2×1500 MVA, 765/400 kV transformers at Vataman and is scheduled for commissioning by March 1, 2026.
