Dharan Infra Wins Rs 11.7 Billion Orders in Andhra Pradesh

05 Sep 2025 CW Team

Dharan Infra EPC announced on Monday that it has secured new work orders worth Rs 11.71 billion from Skymax Infra Power for engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) works in Andhra Pradesh.

The contracts relate to EPC services and supply and installation work at the Orvakal Industrial Park, and are scheduled for completion by 31 March 2027, the company stated. The projects will be executed either directly or through designated subsidiaries of Dharan Infra.

A substantial portion—approximately 80 per cent of the contract value—involves international procurement of plant and machinery, which will be handled by Dharan’s subsidiary entities, the company noted.

Formerly known as KBC Global Limited, Dharan Infra EPC specialises in large-scale infrastructure and energy projects, and this order strengthens its presence in industrial development within Andhra Pradesh.

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