Prime Minister's Gati Shakti Master Plan, the power transmission network is expected to grow from 4,25,500 circuit kilometres (its current size as of May 31, 2020) to 4,54,200 circuit kilometres (ckm) by 2024–25, adding roughly 28,700 ckm.
The Inter State Transmission System (ISTS) network at a voltage level of 220 kV and above has recommended this addition. According to information provided by the Union Minister of Power R.K. Singh in the Lok Sabha, several transmission lines' lengths have changed as a result of a thorough survey. Some of the transmission networks might not be finished until after 2024–2025. New transmission projects have also been taken into consideration. Hence, the
transmission network to be added by 2024–2025 is roughly 27,000 ckm compared to the planned increase of transmission lines of 28700 ckm. These initiatives are expected to cost roughly Rs 75,000 crore. The reply said that because these projects involve interstate transmission and are not limited to a single state or UT, it is not practical to estimate costs at the state or UT level.
India has a strong National Grid grid that enables reliable and secure power transfer from resource-rich regions to the nation's major load centres. The transfer of power from surplus and deficit areas and states is possible. To keep pace with the rise in power generation and demand, the national grid's capacity is being increased continuously. As of February 28, 2023, the Indian Transmission network consists of 11,58,875 MVA of substation transformation capacity and 4,68,977 ckm of transmission lines (220kV and above voltage level) (220kV and above voltage level). The National Grid has an interregional capacity of 1,12,250 MW.
The nation's transmission capacity is sufficient. Sometimes power outages are reported as a result of limitations in the state-line transmission and distribution networks or budgetary restrictions with select Distribution Corporations. The transmission projects under the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan are anticipated to significantly simplify the transfer of electricity from generation projects while enhancing the nation's power system network's dependability.
