# The Babhaleshwar-Kudus 400kV transmission line will strengthen power stability across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.

*business · news · 2026-04-09 · Moneycontrol*

## Key points

- Mahatransco has commissioned the Babhaleshwar-Kudus 400kV transmission line after over a decade of delays.
- The new line will reduce transmission losses by about 5 MW and improve voltage levels in four districts.
- It enables an additional power transfer capacity of up to 3000 MW for the Mumbai region.
- The project faced unique challenges, including permissions near the GMRT and manual transport in forests.
- The line will de-congest the Padghe-Babhaleshwar corridor and strengthen the Kudus substation's supply.

**Companies:** Maharashtra State Electricity Transmission Company Limited
**Countries:** India

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