DVC Signs Long-Term Deal to Supply 300 MW Power to Karnataka, Expanding Inter-State Energy Ties – EQ
In Short : Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) has signed a long-term agreement to supply 300 MW of round-the-clock thermal power to Karnataka’s five DISCOMs. The power will be sourced from the upcoming Koderma Thermal Power Station Phase II. This pact increases DVC’s total supply to Karnataka to 750 MW, strengthening inter-state power cooperation and supporting Karnataka’s growing electricity demand.
In Detail : Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) has signed a long-term power purchase agreement to supply 300 MW of continuous thermal power to Karnataka’s electricity distribution companies. This move marks a significant step in strengthening energy cooperation between eastern and southern India. The agreement will help meet Karnataka’s rising electricity demand driven by rapid urban and industrial growth.
The power will be sourced from DVC’s upcoming Koderma Thermal Power Station Phase II, which is currently under construction. Once operational, the plant will add substantial capacity to DVC’s generation portfolio, enabling it to cater to both regional and interstate demand.
This new agreement adds to DVC’s existing power supply arrangement with Karnataka. The utility already supplies 450 MW to the state, and with the new deal, the total power supplied to Karnataka will reach 750 MW. The round-the-clock nature of the supply ensures reliability and stability in the state’s power grid.
The signing ceremony took place at the Power Company of Karnataka Limited (PCKL) office in Bengaluru, marking a significant milestone in collaborative energy agreements. Senior officials from both DVC and Karnataka DISCOMs were present to formalize the pact, underscoring its importance for regional energy security.
DVC, a central government power utility under the Ministry of Power, has been expanding its footprint beyond its traditional supply zones in eastern India. This agreement reflects its strategy to engage with high-demand states and build a more integrated national power market.
With India’s power demand continuing to rise, such long-term agreements are essential for ensuring uninterrupted supply and grid stability. The DVC-Karnataka pact demonstrates how inter-state cooperation and infrastructure development can work hand-in-hand to support the country’s growing energy needs.
