Kerala University of Health Sciences to Host 1 MW Solar Project

21 Nov 2024 CW Team

The Agency for New and Renewable Energy Research and Technology (ANERT) has opened bids for a 1 MW grid-connected solar project at the Kerala University of Health Sciences in Thrissur, Kerala. The project is set to feature a combination of ground-mounted, carport, and rooftop solar systems.

Bidders must submit their proposals by December 6, 2024, with bids being opened on the same day. A tender document fee of ?17,850 ($211.5) and an Earnest Money Deposit of ?100,000 ($1,185) are required. The successful bidder will also need to pay a license fee of 2.5% of the total project cost to ANERT.

The project’s scope includes design, engineering, supply, civil work, installation, testing, and commissioning. The selected bidder will also be responsible for power evacuation and maintaining the solar systems for five years post-installation.

Eligibility requirements include having commissioned at least one grid-connected solar project of no less than 1 MW, with a cumulative capacity of over 5 MW. Bidders must also demonstrate an average annual turnover of ?50 million ($592,455) in two of the last five years and a net worth of ?30 million ($355,473).

This project follows ANERT’s earlier bid invitations, including a 1.5 MW solar project for the Central University of Kerala and efforts related to the Kerala Green Hydrogen Mission.

Infrastructure Transport

06 Feb 2026

Lucknow Metro East-West Corridor Consultancy Contract Awarded

The Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation has awarded the first construction-related consultancy contract for the Lucknow Metro East West Corridor to a joint venture of AYESA Ingenieria Arquitectura SAU and AYESA India Pvt Ltd. The firm was declared the lowest bidder for the Detailed Design Consultant contract for Lucknow Metro Line-2 under Phase 1B and the contract was recommended following the financial bid. The contract is valued at Rs 159.0 million (mn), covering design services for the corridor. Lucknow Metro Line-2 envisages the construction of an 11.165 kilometre corridor connecting Cha..

Div Com Kashmir Urges Fast Tracking Of Jhelum Water Transport Project

The Divisional Commissioner of Kashmir has called for the fast-tracking of the Jhelum water transport project, urging district administrations and relevant agencies to accelerate planning and clearances. In a meeting convened at the divisional headquarters, the commissioner instructed officials from irrigation, public health engineering and municipal departments to prioritise the project and coordinate survey and design work. The directive emphasised removal of administrative bottlenecks and close monitoring to ensure timely mobilisation of resources and contractors. Officials were told to in..

Interarch Reports Strong Q3 And Nine Month Results

Interarch Building Solutions Limited reported unaudited results for the third quarter and nine months ended 31 December 2025, recording strong revenue growth driven by execution and a robust order book. Net revenue for the third quarter rose by 43.7 per cent to Rs 5.225 billion (bn), compared with Rs 3.636 bn a year earlier, reflecting heightened demand in pre-engineered building projects. The company’s total order book as at 31 January 2026 stood at Rs 16.85 bn, supporting near-term visibility. EBITDA excluding other income for the quarter increased by 43.2 per cent to Rs 503 million (mn),..