Mumbai; 18 April 2023: Sterling and Wilson Private Limited (SWPL), a Shapoorji Pallonji Group Company, and one of India’s leading engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) companies, announced that it has recently won three new Rural Electrification orders aggregating to ~ INR 1,080 crore. The Rural Electrification orders are turnkey projects awarded under the Revamped Reforms-based and Results-linked, Distribution Sector Scheme.
The first order is awarded by Chhattisgarh State Power Distribution Company Limited (CSPDCL) in Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, followed by other two orders awarded by South Bihar Power Distribution Company Limited (SBPDCL) in Nalanda (also covering districts in Nawada) and Gaya. The projects, aimed at Development of Distribution Infrastructure at Electric Supply Circle, will positively impact the lives of lacs of people in the regions, and come with a 30-month timeline.
Commenting on this occasion, the newly appointed CEO for Transmission & Distribution Business at Sterling and Wilson Private Limited, Mr. Sudhir Mahajan said, “Government of India has committed significant result-linked investments in their vision for rural electrification. Aligned with its broader goals of achieving universal access to modern energy services, promoting sustainable development and reducing AT&C losses, the government has launched several schemes to improve the quality and reliability of electricity supply in rural areas. We, at Sterling and Wilson, are committed to aligning with the government’s vision and are thrilled to bag three orders in this segment in the country.”
Sterling and Wilson with its superior execution expertise is perfectly poised to leverage the growing opportunities in T&D space in India and international markets. The company’s success in winning these orders is a testament to its commitment to providing reliable and sustainable electrification solutions to communities in need.” he added.
