ENA Sectors 2026-01-22 17:23:09 <p><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>New Delhi, Jan 22 (KNN)</strong> Indias national power transmission network has surpassed 5 lakh circuit kilometres (ckm), hitting a new record in the country's electricity distribution network. </span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">This achievement was marked on 14 January 2026 with the commissioning of a 628 ckm transmission line of 765 kV connecting Bhadla II to Sikar II substation for evacuation of renewable energy from Rajasthans Bhadla, Ramgarh, and Fatehgarh Solar Power Complexes. </span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The new line enables an additional 1,100 MW of power transfer from these renewable energy zones, as per a statement from Power Ministry.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Since April 2014, Indias transmission network has expanded by 71.6 per cent , adding 2.09 lakh ckm of transmission lines.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Inter-regional power transfer capacity now stands at 1,20,340 MW, reinforcing the vision of One Nation One Grid One Frequency and ensuring seamless electricity flow across regions.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Ongoing transmission projects aim to further strengthen grid infrastructure. Inter-state transmission initiatives under implementation are expected to add around 40,000 ckm of lines and 399 GVA of transformation capacity, while intra-state projects are projected to contribute an additional 27,500 ckm of lines and 134 GVA of capacity. </span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">These expansions will enhance grid reliability and improve the evacuation of increasing non-fossil power generation, supporting Indias target of 500 GW renewable energy capacity by 2030.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The milestone of 5 lakh ckm of transmission lines reflects the governments sustained efforts to ensure reliable, affordable, and secure electricity supply while facilitating rapid integration of renewable energy into the national grid.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px"><em><strong>(KNN Bureau)</strong></em></span><br /> </p> 44869 https://knnindia.co.in/news/newsdetails/sectors/indias-power-transmission-network-surpasses-5-lakh-circuit-kilometres 2026-01-22 17:23:09 knnindia.co.in