Bajel Projects Limited announced on September 27, 2024, that it has secured a major order for the design and construction of a 220KV Gas Insulated Substation (GIS) and transmission line extension work from a private sector client. The project will be executed in Navi Mumbai for a colocation data center, marking Bajel’s entry into the rapidly expanding data center market in India.
The scope of work includes the construction of the GIS substation and the extension of the transmission line, leveraging Bajel’s expertise in Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC). This development underscores Bajel’s strategic focus on the growing data center sector driven by India’s increasing demand for data storage and processing capabilities.
Rajesh Ganesh, MD and CEO of Bajel Projects, commented on the project: “The exponential growth of data centers in India, fueled by cloud adoption, e-commerce, and digital services, presents a compelling opportunity for us. We are building our capabilities in GIS and Monopoles to be a trusted partner for data center developers.”
Bajel Projects, known for its work in the power infrastructure space, is committed to delivering this project within the stipulated timeframe, ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards. The project will utilize a combination of lattice towers, monopoles, and other essential components to guarantee reliable and efficient power supply for the data center.
Bajel Projects Limited was formerly part of Bajaj Electricals under the EPC segment and has a long-standing reputation for excellence in power transmission and distribution. This order represents a significant milestone for the company as it continues to expand its footprint in India’s evolving digital infrastructure landscape.
