Introduction
Leading power transmission company has acquired 100% stake in Vindhyachal Varanasi Transmission Limited for ₹19.84 crore. The move is to strengthen inter-regional transmission infrastructure and expand its operational footprint in northern India.
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Share price movement of Power Grid
On October 17, 2025, Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd opened at ₹290.75, down 0.36% from its previous close of ₹291.80. The stock reached a high of ₹291.25 (‑0.19%) and a low of ₹288.70. By 11:25 AM, it traded at ₹290.75, down 0.36%, with a market cap of ₹2,70,415.06 crore.
Power Grid Acquires Vindhyachal Varanasi Transmission
Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd has acquired Vindhyachal Varanasi Transmission Limited under Tariff Based Competitive Bidding. The acquisition was completed on October 16, 2025, on a BOOT basis.
The project includes a new 765 kV sub-station at Prayagraj and 765 kV D/c transmission lines in Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh. POWERGRID had no prior interest in VVTL.
The acquisition was completed for approximately ₹19.84 crore for 10,000 equity shares at par, along with assets and liabilities. VVTL will engage in power transmission and operate across India.
Stock performance of Power Grid for Period of 1 week, 6 months, and 1 year
Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd delivered a 0.93% return over the past week, declined 5.55% in the past six months, and fell 11.9% over the past year.
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Shareholding pattern of Power Grid
| Particulars | Sep 2025 | Jun 2025 | Mar 2025 |
| Promoter | 51.30% | 51.30% | 51.30% |
| FII | 25.70% | 26.50% | 26.80% |
| DII | 19.40% | 18.60% | 18.40% |
| Public | 3.60% | 3.60% | 3.50% |
About Power Grid
Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd (NSE: POWERGRID) is India’s largest electric power transmission company, engaged in planning, operation, and maintenance of inter-state transmission, telecom, and consultancy services, with majority government ownership.
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FAQs
A: Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd share price is rising after acquiring Vindhyachal Varanasi Transmission Limited under TBCB on October 16, 2025.
A: Promoters hold 51.30% stake in Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd as of the latest filing.
A: The 52-week high of Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd stock is ₹345.25, and the low is ₹247.50.


