Adani Saur Urja (KA) Limited Wins ₹11,340.9 Cr Pumped Storage Plant Contract from EB Tamil Nadu in Chennai
Contract Awarded Key Takeaways
- ✓ Adani Saur Urja (KA) Limited secures the contract for a major pumped storage plant in Chennai.
- ✓ The awarded contract value stands at ₹11,340.9 crore.
- ✓ EB Tamil Nadu is the procuring authority for this power sector project.
- ✓ Only one bidder participated and qualified for the tender.
- ✓ The project will be developed under Project Proponent Mode at a self-identified location.
- ✓ Tender process was conducted via EPROCURE.
EB Tamil Nadu has formally awarded Adani Saur Urja (KA) Limited a ₹11,340.9 crore contract for the development of a pumped storage plant at a self-identified location in Chennai. The project aims to boost power infrastructure in the region.
In a significant boost to Tamil Nadu's power infrastructure, EB Tamil Nadu has awarded a ₹11,340.9 crore contract to Adani Saur Urja (KA) Limited for the development of a pumped storage plant in Chennai. The tender, floated under Project Proponent Mode, saw Adani Saur Urja (KA) Limited emerge as the sole qualified bidder.
The contract, awarded on 11 June 2026, marks a major investment in the state’s energy sector and is expected to enhance grid stability and renewable energy integration in the region.
The Award
Adani Saur Urja (KA) Limited has been formally awarded the contract by EB Tamil Nadu for the development of a pumped storage plant at a self-identified location in Chennai. The awarded contract value is ₹11,340.9 crore, matching the estimated tender value.
Bidders (1)
About the Project
- Project involves the development of a pumped storage plant at a self-identified location in Chennai.
- Procurement was conducted by EB Tamil Nadu via EPROCURE.
- The project follows the Project Proponent Mode, allowing the developer to propose the site.
- Tender/Bid ID: 2025_EB_521720_1.
- Bid opening took place on 17 March 2025.
Why It Matters
This project is set to strengthen Tamil Nadu’s power infrastructure, supporting renewable energy integration and improving grid reliability for Chennai and the surrounding region.
With the formal award of this high-value contract, Adani Saur Urja (KA) Limited is poised to play a key role in Tamil Nadu’s energy future. The development of the pumped storage plant is expected to deliver long-term benefits to the state’s power sector.
