Inviting Suggestions/Objections on NES Dharashiv Transmission Limited’s Application for Grant of Transmission Licence – EQ

Summary:

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## Project Overview

| Parameter | Details |
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| **Applicant** | NES Dharashiv Transmission Limited |
| **Case No.** | 49 of 2026 |
| **Licence sought** | Transmission Licence (Intra‑State) |
| **Purpose** | Evacuation & transmission of ~7 GW solar power from Dharashiv region to Pune & Mumbai |
| **Key substation** | 400 kV Washi pooling substation (centre point of RE‑enriched zones) |
| **Award mechanism** | Tariff Based Competitive Bidding (Bid Process Coordinator: PFC Consulting Limited, notified by Govt. of Maharashtra) |
| **Applicant status** | Acquired by successful bidder; requires licence for establishment, O&M |

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## Transmission System Components (Project Scope)

| Component | Specification |
|———–|—————|
| **Washi Substation (new)** | – 2 x 500 MVA, 400/220 kV ICT<br>– 2 x 315 MVA, 400/132 kV ICT<br>– 1 x 125 MVAR bus reactor at 400 kV level |
| **400 kV D/C line** | Washi (new) → 765/400 kV AIS Pune (East) (proposed) |
| **220 kV D/C line** | Washi (new) → 220 kV AIS Manjarsumba (existing) |
| **220 kV D/C line** | Washi (new) → 220 kV AIS Paranda (existing) |
| **132 kV D/C line** | Washi (new) → 132 kV AIS Kalamb (existing) |
| **Bays (existing substations)** | 220 kV bays at Manjarsumba & Paranda; 132 kV bays at Kalamb; 400 kV bays at Pune (East) |

> **Abbreviations:** ICT = Interconnecting Transformer, D/C = Double Circuit, AIS = Air Insulated Substation, GIS = Gas Insulated Substation, RE = Renewable Energy.

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## How to Inspect / Obtain the Application

| Method | Details |
|——–|———|
| **Free download** | www.mclindia.com |
| **Physical copy + CD** | ₹100 (cash or DD/Cheque drawn on “NES Dharashiv Transmission Limited” payable at Mumbai) |
| **Inspection address** | Mr. Vasant Kumar Patel, M 130‑131, Second Floor, M‑42, Connaught Circle, Shankar Market, Block M, Connaught Place, New Delhi‑110001 |
| **Inspection timing** | Working days, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |

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## How to File Suggestions / Objections

### Preferred Mode (Electronic – Recommended)

– **Upload via** MERC website: www.merc.gov.in/e-public-consultation
– No hard copy required if uploaded.
– **Language:** English or Marathi

### Alternate Mode (Hard Copy – only if no electronic access)

– Address to: **’Secretary’, MERC**, 13th Floor, Centre No. 1, World Trade Centre, Cuffe Parade, Mumbai‑400005
– **Must also serve a copy** to Mr. Vasant Kumar Patel at the New Delhi address (email: bd@mclindia.com) with proof of service.
– Include full name, postal address, and email (if any).

### Helpdesk (for electronic filing issues)

– **Mobile:** 8928071522
– **Email:** suggestions@merc.gov.in
– **Hours:** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (all working days)

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## Key Legal & Regulatory Notes

– **Governing Acts/Regulations:**
– Electricity Act, 2003 (Sections 14 & 15)
– MERC (Transmission Licence Conditions) Regulations, 2004
– **Commission’s direction:** Public notice under Section 15(2) of the Electricity Act, 2003.
– **Licence required for:** Establishment, operation, and maintenance of the intra‑state transmission system.

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