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

Summary:

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### 1. Executive Overview

| **Item** | **Details** |
| :— | :— |
| **Applicant Company** | NES Pune East New Transmission Limited (100% wholly owned subsidiary of Power Grid Corporation of India Limited) |
| **Registered Office** | B-9, Qutab Institutional Area, Katwaria Sarai, New Delhi – 110016 |
| **Regulatory Authority** | Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC) |
| **Case No.** | 52 of 2026 |
| **Application Admitted On** | March 30, 2026 |
| **Purpose** | Grant of Transmission Licence under Sections 14 & 15 of the Electricity Act, 2003 |
| **Project Type** | Intra-State Transmission System strengthening in Maharashtra |

### 2. Project Background & Justification

NES Pune East New Transmission Limited has been incorporated as a **Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV)** for:

– **Strengthening** the Intra-State Transmission system
– **Establishing** a new 765/400 kV AIS (Air Insulated Substation) at Pune East
– **Resolving** existing grid constraints
– **Meeting** upcoming load demand in the region

**Award Mechanism:** The project was awarded through a **Tariff-Based Competitive Bidding (TBCB)** process conducted by **PFC Consulting Limited**, which was notified as the Bid Process Coordinator by the Government of Maharashtra.

**Post-Bid Acquisition:** The Applicant company was acquired by the successful bidder pursuant to the bidding process. It is now required to obtain a Transmission Licence to establish, operate, and maintain the said Intra-State Transmission System.

### 3. Project Scope & Technical Specifications

| **S. No.** | **Transmission Asset & Location** | **Capacity / Length** | **Tariff (INR Million)** | **Scheduled COD** |
| :— | :— | :— | :— | :— |
| 1 | **Establishment of AIS Pune East Substation** with:<br>• 2 x 1500 MVA, 765/400 kV ICT (7 x 500 MVA single-phase units including 1 spare)<br>• 1 x 240 MVAR, 765 kV Bus Reactor (4 x 80 MVAr single-phase units including 1 spare)<br>• 765 kV ICT bays – 2 Nos.<br>• 400 kV ICT bays – 2 Nos.<br>• 765 kV line bays – 4 Nos.<br>• 400 kV line bays – 4 Nos.<br>• 765 kV reactor bay – 1 No. | 3000 MVA<br>240 MVAR | ₹3,684.60 million | 24 months |

**Key Technical Notes:**
– **ICT:** Inter-Connecting Transformer
– **AIS:** Air Insulated Substation (conventional outdoor substation technology)
– **MVAR:** Mega Volt Ampere Reactive (reactor capacity)
– The project includes single-phase units with a spare for both ICT and reactor, indicating high reliability requirements.

### 4. How to Access the Application Document

| **Method** | **Instructions** |
| :— | :— |
| **Inspection / Purchase (Physical)** | **Contact Person:** Mr. Talla Hari Prasad, Project In-Charge<br>**Address:** C/o ED (TBCB), Power Grid Corporation of India Limited, Saudamini, Plot No.2, Sector -29, Gurgaon – 122001<br>**Timings:** Working days, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM<br>**Cost:** ₹100 (cash or DD/Cheque drawn on “NES Pune East New Transmission Limited” payable at Delhi) – includes application documents plus CD |
| **Free Download** | **Website:** www.powergrid.in/subsidiaries |

### 5. Public Consultation Process – Submitting Suggestions/Objections

| **Item** | **Details** |
| :— | :— |
| **Preferred Mode** | Upload through **’E-Public Consultation’** tab on MERC website: www.merc.gov.in/e-public-consultation |
| **Languages Accepted** | English or Marathi |
| **Deadline for Submissions** | **May 1, 2026, by 5:00 PM** (Submissions after this time will not be considered) |
| **Hard Copy Submission (if no internet access)** | Address: ‘Secretary’, Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC), 13th Floor, Centre No. 1, World Trade Centre, Cuffe Parade, Mumbai – 400005<br>**Must also serve copy to:** Mr. Talla Hari Prasad, Project In-Charge, at the Gurgaon address above, and email regulatory@powergrid.in<br>**Must include:** Full name, postal address, and email address (if any) |
| **Other Modes** | Not accepted |

**Technical Support for E-Public Consultation:**
– **Mobile No.:** 8928071522
– **Email:** suggestions@merc.gov.in
– **Timings:** 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM on all working days

### 6. Key Stakeholders Who Should Consider Submitting Comments

| **Stakeholder** | **Reason to Comment** |
| :— | :— |
| **Existing DISCOMs in Maharashtra (MSEDCL, etc.)** | New transmission assets affect grid management, power flow, and open access availability |
| **Renewable Energy Developers (Solar/Wind) in Pune region** | Transmission strengthening may unlock evacuation capacity for new RE projects |
| **Large Industrial & Commercial consumers in Pune** | Improved grid reliability and potential for open access |
| **Other Transmission Licensees in Maharashtra** | Coordination, interconnection, and potential impact on existing assets |
| **Local Authorities & Landowners near proposed substation location** | Land use, environmental, and right-of-way concerns |
| **Industry Associations (e.g., solar/wind associations, CII, etc.)** | Collective representation on grid infrastructure planning |

### 7. Key Action Items for Interested Parties

| **Action** | **Timeline** |
| :— | :— |
| Download application from www.powergrid.in/subsidiaries (free) or purchase for ₹100 | **Immediately** |
| Review project details, technical specifications, and tariff information | **By April 25-28, 2026** |
| Prepare written suggestions/objections (in English or Marathi) with full contact details | **By April 30, 2026** |
| Upload via MERC’s E-Public Consultation portal (preferred) before deadline | **On or before May 1, 2026 (5:00 PM)** |
| If using hard copy, ensure delivery to MERC and copy to applicant | **On or before May 1, 2026 (5:00 PM)** |

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