CPRI

Raychem RPG EHV cable accessories get CPRI approval

  Raychem RPG has completed a stringent pre-qualification test protocols for its 245kV cable accessories manufactured in India, at Central Power Research Institute (CPRI). In a release, Raychem RPG – an equal joint venture between US-based TE Connectivity and domestic Read more

Modernization of CPRI’s synthetic test facility yet to take off

    The proposed modernization of the synthetic test facility (STF) of Central Power Research Institute (CPRI) has yet to start, it was informed in Parliament. In a written reply in the Lok Sabha on December 21, 2023, Union power minister Read more

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New mission “MAHIR” to leverage emerging technologies in power sector

  Ministry of Power and the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy have jointly launched a National Mission to quickly identify emerging technologies in the power sector and develop them indigenously, at scale, for deployment within and outside India. The Read more

India’s first pilot project on Steel Caisson Technology by Bajaj Electricals

  In a landmark project that was India’s first pilot, Bajaj Electricals Ltd energized a transmission line in Punjab using monopoles made with Steel Caisson Technology. It was also the first deployment of monopoles in Punjab’s transmission landscape. Here Read more

CPRI EHV Testing | T&D India

Global acceptance of Indian gear to improve with CPRI accreditation

  Central Power Research Institute (CPRI) has earned ISO/IEC17065 accreditation, which can potentially boost exports of Indian electrical equipment. A government release noted that CPRI has been granted the accreditation from National Accreditation Board for Certifying Bodies (NABCB) for certification Read more

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“Huge opportunity for IEEMA members”: Power Secretary

  India is undergoing an energy transition, and this will present huge opportunities for IEEMA members, according to Alok Kumar, Secretary, Union power ministry. Alok Kumar was addressing nearly 500 members of the apex trade association on September 29, 2021, Read more

Our vision is to emerge as the single largest service provider, globally

Established in 1960, Central Power Research Institute, popularly known as CPRI, has been India’s backbone when it comes to testing of electrical equipment. Over the years, CPRI has contributed immensely to meeting India’s requirements for testing of electrical Read more