New Delhi : Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) has secured two major orders from Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) for the installation of synchronous condenser systems in Rajasthan and Gujarat.
The projects will be executed at Barmer in Rajasthan and Kalyanpur in Gujarat.
According to BHEL, the two orders cover a total of four synchronous condenser units, each rated at +300 MVAr/-200 MVAr.
The scope of work includes complete design, engineering, manufacturing, supply, erection, testing and commissioning of the equipment.
Focus on Indigenous Technology
The projects mark an important step in BHEL’s efforts to develop and deploy its first indigenously designed synchronous condenser solution.
Under the project, BHEL will supply synchronous machines and auxiliaries, transformers and medium-voltage switchgear from its Bhopal plant.
Control systems will be supplied by the company’s Electronics Division in Bengaluru.
The development is part of BHEL’s broader efforts to expand its presence in advanced power transmission and grid stability solutions.
Why Are Synchronous Condensers Important?
Synchronous condensers play an important role in maintaining the stability and reliability of electricity transmission networks.
They provide dynamic reactive power support, help regulate voltage and strengthen the grid’s ability to handle fluctuations.
Their importance is increasing as renewable energy sources such as solar and wind power become a larger part of the electricity mix.
The projects are expected to support the reliability and resilience of the power transmission network in the two states.
The latest orders also reflect the growing role of domestic engineering and manufacturing capabilities in India’s energy infrastructure development.