(THE NEWSMAN OF INDIA.COM)
New Delhi, July 30, 2025 — Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID), a ‘Maharatna’ Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Power, Government of India, has posted a strong financial performance for the first quarter of FY 2025–26, underscoring its pivotal role in India’s power transmission infrastructure.

For Q1FY26 ended June 30, 2025, POWERGRID reported a consolidated Profit After Tax (PAT) of ₹3,631 crore and a Total Income of ₹11,444 crore. On a standalone basis, the company posted a PAT of ₹3,653 crore and Total Income of ₹11,257 crore, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 7% and 4% respectively. These figures highlight POWERGRID’s consistent performance and operational efficiency in the critical power sector.

During the quarter, the company incurred a Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) of ₹6,981 crore and capitalized assets worth ₹1,683 crore (excluding Foreign Exchange Rate Variation and including assets under finance lease) on a consolidated basis. As on June 30, 2025, POWERGRID’s Gross Fixed Assets stood at ₹2,92,446 crore, including Gross Lease Receivables—demonstrating its growing infrastructure footprint.

POWERGRID continues to strengthen its transmission capabilities across India. As of Q1FY26, the company’s total transmission network, including that of its subsidiaries, comprises 1,80,533 circuit kilometers (ckm) of transmission lines, 284 substations, and a transformation capacity of 5,66,831 MVA—ensuring efficient power delivery nationwide.

A key indicator of POWERGRID’s operational excellence is the average transmission system availability, which stood at an impressive 99.84% during Q1FY26. This has been achieved through advanced maintenance techniques, automation, and continuous digitization initiatives.

As a critical enabler of India’s energy ecosystem, POWERGRID remains committed to providing reliable power transmission, contributing to economic growth and national development.