HPPCL has declared a Mumbai-based infrastructure company, Patel Engineering Limited (“Company” or “PEL”), as Lowest Bidder (L1) for the prestigious Renuka Ji Dam Project (Package-1), valued at 910.08 Crores including GST. This milestone reinforces the company’s commitment to delivering world-class infrastructure projects that contribute to India’s sustainable development and water resource management.
The project, located at Village Dadahu, Tehsil Renuka, District Sirmaur, Himachal Pradesh, is scheduled to be completed within a timeline of 30 months.
The scope of works under this package comprises the construction of three diversion tunnels, each with a diameter of 9.5 meters and lengths of 1379 meters, 1468 meters, and 1590 meters, respectively. It also includes the development of three inlet and outlet portals for the diversion tunnels, along with the construction of access roads spanning 6 kilometers. In addition, the project involves the installation of hydro-mechanical gates for the diversion tunnels and the execution of instrumentation works to ensure operational efficiency and safety.
The Renuka Ji Dam Project is a critical initiative aimed at enhancing water storage capacity, ensuring a reliable water supply, and supporting hydropower generation.
Commenting on the development, Ms. Kavita Shirvaikar, Managing Director, Patel Engineering, said: “Being declared the L1 bidder for the Renuka Ji Dam Project is a proud milestone for us, reaffirming our strong capabilities in delivering large-scale infrastructure projects and our role as a trusted partner in India’s growth journey. This project not only strengthens our portfolio but also positions us to contribute meaningfully to sustainable water management and hydropower development. Looking ahead, we remain committed to leveraging innovation, engineering excellence, and execution efficiency to deliver projects that create lasting value for communities and drive the nation’s infrastructure forward.”
Patel Engineering Ltd. (‘PEL’ or ‘Company’), is a 76-year-old company established in the year 1949 and has a strong presence in hydropower, tunnelling, and irrigation segments. The Company has a consistent track record in the execution of projects in boththe domestic and international arenas. PEL has completed over 85 dams, 40 hydroelectric projects, and more than 300 km of tunnelling for clients, which are mostly central PSUs or state government organizations.
