In a proud and defining moment, Megha Engineering & Infrastructure Ltd. (MEIL) has formally received the Purchase Order for a ₹12,800 crore EPC contract from the Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) to construct two 700 MWe nuclear reactors”Kaiga Units 5 & 6”in Karnataka.
This is the biggest-ever order placed by NPCIL and marks MEIL`s first major step into the nuclear energy sector”a field that will help shape India`s energy future.
The order was formally handed over at NPCIL`s Mumbai headquarters to Shri Ch. P. Subbaiah, Director (Projects), and his team. It was not just a professional achievement but a moment filled with pride, recognition, and a deep sense of responsibility.
For the first time, NPCIL used the Quality-cum-Cost-Based Selection (QCBS) method for awarding this project”striking a careful balance between quality and cost. Competing with industry giants like BHEL and L&T, MEIL was chosen for its strong technical approach and competitive pricing.
This project goes beyond engineering. It`s about contributing to a stronger, self-reliant India. For MEIL, it`s a meaningful leap into a sector that plays a key role in powering the nation`s growth story.
The leadership of MEIL shared their heartfelt confidence in the team`s ability to deliver the project on time”while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and care.
With a solid track record of delivering large-scale projects across India and abroad, MEIL is stepping into this new responsibility with a strong sense of purpose and dedication. This step into nuclear energy adds a new chapter to MEIL`s journey and strengthens its growing role in shaping India`s infrastructure and energy future.