India´s first High Voltage DC -¦ 800 kV transmission line from Biswanath Chariali, Assam to Agra, constructed by Power Grid Corporation of India, connecting the north-eastern states, has commenced operation. Apart from being the first -¦ 800 kV HVDC line, it is also the longest transmission line in the country. It passes through many villages and habitations in the districts of Sonitpur, Udalguri, Baksa, Barpeta, Chirang and Kokrajhar.
Contact: Power Grid Corporation of India.
Website: www.powergridindia.com