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Patel Engineering Wins Rs. 910 Cr Himachal Dam Project
23 Feb
Summary
- Patel Engineering secured the Rs. 910.08 crore Renukaji Dam Project from HPPCL.
- Project includes construction of three diversion tunnels and access roads.
- Works involve hydro-mechanical gates and crucial instrumentation for safety.

Patel Engineering Limited has been declared the lowest bidder by Himachal Pradesh Power Corporation (HPPCL) for the significant Renukaji Dam Project (PKG 1). The awarded contract is valued at Rs. 910.08 crore.
The project's scope is comprehensive, encompassing the construction of three diversion tunnels. These tunnels will feature a diameter of 9.5 meters and varying lengths: 1379 meters, 1468 meters, and 1590 meters respectively.
Further development includes the creation of inlet and outlet portals for these diversion tunnels. Additionally, six kilometers of access roads will be constructed to facilitate project operations and maintenance. The project also mandates the installation of necessary hydro-mechanical gates and instrumentation works.
These installations are critical for ensuring the dam project's operational efficiency and overall safety. The contract signifies a major development for Patel Engineering in the hydropower sector.