Advait Energy Wins Rs 131.58 Crore DGVCL Grid Modernisation Contracts in Gujarat

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Advait Energy Wins Rs 131.58 Crore DGVCL Grid Modernisation Contracts in Gujarat

Advait Energy Wins Rs 131.58 Crore DGVCL Grid Modernisation Contracts in Gujarat

Industry News
Nov 12,26

The company has won Rs 131.58 crore contracts from Dakshin Gujarat Vij Company Limited (DGVCL) to upgrade power networks in Gujarat with underground cabling and SCADA-compatible systems.

Advait Energy Wins Rs 131.58 Crore DGVCL Grid Modernisation Contracts in Gujarat

Advait Energy Transitions Limited (AETL) has secured two turnkey contracts worth approximately Rs 131.58 crore from Dakshin Gujarat Vij Company Limited (DGVCL) to modernise electricity distribution networks across the Vyara and Bardoli divisions in Gujarat.

Awarded on 3 November 2026, the contracts involve converting existing 11/22 kV high-tension (HT) overhead electricity networks into underground cable systems, alongside low-tension (LT) network upgrades, SCADA-compatible infrastructure, transformer enhancements and digital asset mapping. The projects form part of DGVCL's SI Scheme (Robust 3), strengthening Advait's growing presence in India's power distribution and grid modernisation sector.

The Vyara Division contract is valued at Rs 62.05 crore, while the Bardoli Division contract is worth Rs 69.53 crore, both inclusive of taxes. Each project has an execution period of 24 months, excluding the monsoon months of June, July and August, following an initial commencement period of 45 days.

The projects encompass comprehensive engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) activities, including site surveys, underground utility verification, design, equipment procurement, installation, testing, commissioning and technical documentation.

A major component involves replacing existing overhead HT networks with underground cable systems, supported by SCADA-compatible Ring Main Units (RMUs), higher-capacity transformers and compact substations (CSS). The work also includes removing existing DO overhead systems and converting LT overhead networks into underground infrastructure using feeder and mains service pillars.

To improve infrastructure planning and asset management, the contracts incorporate advanced underground utility detection using Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) and Electromagnetic Pipe Locators (EPL). Geographic Information System (GIS) mapping, Geo Urja Mapping developed by Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Limited (GUVNL), and digital asset tagging will also be implemented.

These upgrades are expected to support more reliable electricity distribution, improved network management and better integration of digital monitoring systems. By combining underground cabling with SCADA-compatible equipment, the projects aim to strengthen the operational capabilities of DGVCL's distribution infrastructure.

The contracts mark a significant expansion of Advait's role in India's electricity infrastructure sector, building on its expertise in power transmission, specialised engineering solutions and turnkey project execution.

Shalin Sheth, Founder and Managing Director, Advait Energy Transitions Limited, said: "Modernising India's electricity distribution infrastructure is essential to building a more reliable, efficient and future-ready power network. The two contracts from DGVCL represent an important opportunity for Advait to contribute to this transformation through our engineering expertise and integrated project execution capabilities.

Our experience in power transmission has provided us with a strong technical and operational foundation, which we are progressively extending into distribution infrastructure and grid modernisation. These projects bring together underground cabling, SCADA-compatible systems and digital asset mapping within a comprehensive execution framework. We remain focused on delivering quality infrastructure, maintaining execution discipline and strengthening our capabilities across the power value chain."

The latest orders align with Advait's strategy to expand its capabilities across the power value chain, integrating its established transmission business with distribution infrastructure development, renewable energy, battery energy storage and emerging energy transition technologies.

As India's electricity networks undergo modernisation to accommodate evolving demand patterns and increasingly complex power systems, investments in underground cabling, automated monitoring and digital asset management are becoming increasingly important.

The Vyara and Bardoli projects will enable Advait to deploy its multidisciplinary engineering capabilities across network conversion, electrical equipment integration, advanced site surveys and digital infrastructure documentation.

The contracts also reinforce the company's transition from specialised power transmission equipment and engineering services towards integrated infrastructure development, supporting its long-term ambitions in grid modernisation and energy transition.

Advait will execute both projects in accordance with DGVCL's contractual specifications and timelines, focusing on engineering quality, project coordination and timely delivery.

With these orders, the company further strengthens its position in India's power infrastructure market while contributing to the development of modern, digitally enabled electricity distribution networks.