Indian power sector, having an installed generation capacity of around 100,000 MW, is currently going through a series of far reaching changes on all the fronts including legal, institutional and policy issues. For the first time the Government of India has undertaken to write the Indian Electricity Bill afresh replacing the age-old laws. Although, the Indian power sector since independence has made spectacular growth, however, it has been felt that in order to achieve a consistently higher growth rate a much higher investment than what has been available so far is necessary to galvanize this vital infrastructure sector.

It is projected that in order to meet the GDP growth targets and to achieve the goal of "Power for Everybody" India need to double its generation capacity from the current level in next 10 - 12 years.

It has also been recognized by the planners that the transmission sector requires as much investment as the power generation to bring it at par with international level of performance parameters. The bulk of the energy in India is produced and transmitted by the bodies owned by State Governments. The energy is distributed almost entirely by the state owned agencies. The Indian power sector, which is divided into five regional grids, currently suffers from the paradox of excess power in one region and deficit in another. The need to provide robust inter-regional energy transfer links to achieve optimum grid operation and ultimately leading to formation of National Grid has been critically recognized by the planners. The forthcoming Five Year Plans are geared to achieve the scope.

One of the weakest links, in the urgent need of technical, managerial and financial input is the distribution sector. The distribution sector has been one of the most neglected parts of the Indian power system, which has suffered on account of absence of commercial approach as well as over emphasis on social and political considerations for the decisions critically affecting the financial health of this system. Government of India in consultation with the State Governments has undertaken a reform and restructuring exercise at a grand scale to convert this critical sector in commercially viable entities in shortest possible time.

In order to achieve these goals, the Government of India has set up Electricity Regulatory Commissions at the Central level and has created legislative provisions for the State Governments to set up the regulators at State levels. Private sector participation in generation, transmission and distribution has been allowed. The multilateral agencies like World Bank, Asian Development Bank, OECF etc are also actively advising and participating in this reform and restructuring exercise of Indian Power Sector. Several projects at State and Central level have been approved by these agencies for funding. All this has thrown open a treasure of opportunities for the national and international manufacturers of electricity equipment, consultants and the power utilities.

ITTIL is in a position to advice and assist its clients on each and every aspect of Indian power sector due to its in-depth knowledge and long association with Indian power sector. We have a team of highly experienced engineering and management experts with hands-on experience in the field of generation, transmission and distribution to carry out different assignments in the power sector. ITTIL is in a position to provide comprehensive solution covering the legal, financial and the policy aspects in association with its various partners. A brief description of various services provided in Indian power sector are given below:-

• Advised and assisted Kema-ECC, USA

  • For Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd's. Load Despatch and Communication Project for North Eastern Region

  • In the preparation of Bulk Transmission Tariff report for Ministry of Power, Government of India

  • In preparing the pre-feasibility report for setting up of National Control Center for Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd.

• Advised and assisted IVO, Kema-ECC and Swed Power for PowerGrid Corporation of India Ltd’s Load Despatch and Communication Project for Southern Region

• Technical assistance to Sediver, France for Study on Compact Line Design in polluted areas

• Carried out techno-commercial discussion on behalf of F&G Germany with Central Electricity Authority, Maharastra State Electricity Board, Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd and Andhra Pradesh State Electricity Board for introduction of OPGW in India.

• Carried out a study for AT Kearney, USA on the Regulatory and policy framework of Indian Power Sector.

• Working as consultant to ESKOM Enterprises, South Africa on power sector particularly with reference to opportunities of investment in T&D sector in India.

• Advised and assisted Eskom South Africa and Reliance Industries Ltd on investment/equity stake in Distribution company (ies) of GRIDCO

• Retainer consultant for Alstom T&D PES, UK and

  • Advised and assisted in closing of contract for 1 X 500 MW and 2 X 500 MW Back to Back HVDC projects

  • Technical and commercial consultancy for the 1 X 500 MW Sasaram HVDC Back to Back projects

  • Technical and commercial consultancy in bid preparation for Talcher – Kolar +/- 500 KV HVDC 2000 MW Bipole project

  • Advised Alstom on development of Static Var Compensator market in India.

• Advice on Policies and procedures of Government of India on investment, opening of Indian/project office and manufacturing facilities
• Due diligence and risk analysis associated with projects and related services
• Arranging statutory and non-statutory clearances /licenses for projects
• Identifying local vendors for items/ assemblies for procurement from India for overseas projects
• Arranging Quality Certification of Indian vendors by foreign representatives/organizations
• Vendor appraisal for foreign principals for goods and services for projects in India
• Expediting, supervision, follow up and inspection services for Indian projects

Strategic Marketing Services

• Identification of business opportunities and market development for foreign principals
• Review and appraisal of opportunities from principal’s objective
• Sales of products and services
• Sales of turnkey projects
• Arranging Seminars & Conferences for Principals
• Arranging co-promoters or joint ventures for the project
• Assistance in formation of Joint Venture for bidding process

Project Management Services

• Assistance in the project from concept to commissioning for foreign principals
• Advice on taxation matters, local laws and regulations for specific projects
• Project co-ordination services with government agencies and authorities
• Price negotiation and contract finalization with the customers, consultants & Sub vendors
• Local services of customs clearance, port clearance and transportation

Procurement and Bid Preparatory Services

• Coordination with potential customers for tender notices, documents, amendments etc
• Interface with customer’s technical, legal consultants and funding agencies
• Advice on bidding conditions, contract documents and technical matters
• Attend technical seminars bid conferences on principal’s behalf
• Review of tender documents and assistance on tender preparation
• Submission of bid proposal(s)
• Post bid Co-ordination and follow up with the customer