Patel Engineering receives LOA for JV in Telangana

04 Mar 2024 CW Team

Additionally, the contract includes construction of embankments of 2 km each on either side of River Munneru near Nagarjuna Sagar Left Bank Aqueduct in Khammam City, further emphasising the project's comprehensive approach to enhancing the area's irrigation infrastructure and water management systems.

Rupen Patel, Chairman and Managing Director, Patel Engineering said, “We are honored to be entrusted by the Irrigation & CAD Department, Government of Telangana, with this significant project. This initiative is not just about constructing an RCC Protection Wall and embankments along the Munneru River; it's about laying the foundation for a sustainable future for the Khammam District. Our collaboration on this Rs 5.2536 billion project highlights PEL's dedication to pioneering in the field of infrastructure development, particularly in enhancing irrigation and water management systems. We look forward to working closely with the government and all stakeholders to successfully deliver on our promises and help transform Telangana's landscape for the better.”

The awarded project signifies a key advancement in Telangana’s infrastructure and irrigation efforts. PEL’s involvement underscores its leadership in infrastructure projects, aiming to improve water management and support agriculture in Khammam District. With a 24-month completion goal, this project highlight’s PEL’s commitment to enhancing community welfare and environmental sustainability in collaboration with the government and local stakeholders.

Patel Engineering, a 75-year company established in 1949, has evolved as a construction company specialising in hydropower and irrigation segments.

Patel Engineering in collaboration with its joint venture partner has been awarded the Letter of Acceptance (LOA) by the Irrigation and CAD Department, Government of Telangana for a contract valued at Rs 5.2536 billion. This contract entails the construction of a Reinforced Cement Concrete (RCC) protection wall of 8.5 km each along both the right and left flanks of the Munneru River, stretching from Polepally to Prakashnagar in Khammam District.Additionally, the contract includes construction of embankments of 2 km each on either side of River Munneru near Nagarjuna Sagar Left Bank Aqueduct in Khammam City, further emphasising the project's comprehensive approach to enhancing the area's irrigation infrastructure and water management systems.Rupen Patel, Chairman and Managing Director, Patel Engineering said, “We are honored to be entrusted by the Irrigation & CAD Department, Government of Telangana, with this significant project. This initiative is not just about constructing an RCC Protection Wall and embankments along the Munneru River; it's about laying the foundation for a sustainable future for the Khammam District. Our collaboration on this Rs 5.2536 billion project highlights PEL's dedication to pioneering in the field of infrastructure development, particularly in enhancing irrigation and water management systems. We look forward to working closely with the government and all stakeholders to successfully deliver on our promises and help transform Telangana's landscape for the better.”The awarded project signifies a key advancement in Telangana’s infrastructure and irrigation efforts. PEL’s involvement underscores its leadership in infrastructure projects, aiming to improve water management and support agriculture in Khammam District. With a 24-month completion goal, this project highlight’s PEL’s commitment to enhancing community welfare and environmental sustainability in collaboration with the government and local stakeholders. Patel Engineering, a 75-year company established in 1949, has evolved as a construction company specialising in hydropower and irrigation segments.

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