Introduction
Located in Delhi, BHEL is India’s premiere heavy electrical equipment manufacturing PSU, founded in 1956. It manages everything—from design to commissioning—for core sectors like thermal, hydro, nuclear, transmission, railways, and renewables
History & Establishment
Started as Heavy Electricals (India) Ltd in 1956, BHEL was formally incorporated in 1964 with initial manufacturing collaboration from the Soviet Union. Over time, it became India’s leading power-plant equipment provider
Operations & Product Portfolio
BHEL engineers, manufactures, tests, and commissions systems and products such as gas/steam turbines, boilers, heat-exchangers, transformers, generators, locomotives, solar PV systems, and defense electronics .
Manufacturing & Global Presence
It runs 16 manufacturing units, 2 repair units, 4 regional offices, 8 service centers, 15 regional support centers, and 3 overseas offices—executing 150+ projects across India and enhancing its presence in 76+ countries
R&D & Innovation
BHEL invests over 2.5% of turnover in R&D, with specialized facilities for simulation, robotics, nano-tech, ultra-high voltage labs, and more. It holds 2,170+ IPRs and a strong history of product innovation
Key Projects & Strategic Initiatives
Major milestones include supplying 1,000+ power plant sets, electrifying HVDC links, green hydrogen MoUs, Vande Bharat train propulsion systems (JV with Titagarh Wagons), and nuclear energy collaborations with NPCIL
BHEL supports youth skills, education, health, and cleanliness programs, aligning with Aatmanirbhar Bharat. Its innovation has secured global recognition, including WIPO awards .
Financial Performance & Outlook
As of FY 2024, BHEL holds roughly 53–55% of India’s installed power generation equipment market. Its 2025 agreements include a JV with REC for renewable infrastructure
