Rajesh Power Wins Rs. 212 Cr. Contract, Enters Odisha’s Transmission Market
Rajesh Power Services Limited, an EPC company specializing in High Voltage (HV) and Extra High Voltage (EHV) transmission and distribution projects, has secured an underground cabling contract from Odisha Power Transmission Corporation Limited (OPTCL). This contract is valued at Rs. 211.68 crore.
Rajesh Power Expands Into Odisha
The newly awarded contract marks Rajesh Power’s entry into Odisha and further strengthens its execution footprint across India. The company is currently executing projects in Gujarat, Rajasthan, Uttarakhand, Maharashtra, and Madhya Pradesh.
This underground cabling project is also among the largest orders in the transmission sector secured by the company.
Underground Cable Link to Strengthen Odisha Power Network
According to the company’s official stock exchange filing, the scope of work includes the laying of a 220 KV underground transmission cable connecting the Mendhasal Grid Substation to the Chandaka B Gas Insulated Substation (GIS) in Odisha. The project also includes the extension of the Air Insulated Substation (AIS) bay at Mendhasal and the GIS bay at Chandaka B.
Commenting on this development, Mr. Kurang Panchal, Managing Director of Rajesh Power Services, said, “The award of these orders from OPTCL marks an important milestone for Rajesh Power as we expand our presence into Odisha. It reflects the confidence that utilities place in our execution capabilities and technical expertise in the transmission and distribution sector”.
Why Underground Cabling Is Becoming a Priority Across India?
In an article published in T&D India in December 2025, Mr. Kurang Panchal highlighted the growing adoption of underground cabling across India as utilities increasingly replace overhead power and telecom lines. He noted that as India continues to modernize its power infrastructure, underground transmission and distribution networks are emerging as a critical component of a more reliable, efficient, and disaster-resilient electricity system.
According to Mr. Panchal, underground cable networks offer significant advantages over conventional overhead lines. They are less vulnerable to storms, cyclones, floods, and other external disruptions, resulting in fewer power outages and improved reliability. In addition, underground systems enhance public safety, reduce visual clutter, and make more efficient use of limited urban space.
Mr. Panchal pointed out that the company has contributed significantly to the development of Gujarat’s extensive underground cable network. Looking ahead, he emphasized that continued policy support, proactive state-level initiatives, and greater industry participation will be instrumental in accelerating the transition from overhead lines to underground cabling across the country.
