Toshiba to Invest ₹562 Cr in Telangana’s Power Transmission Sector
(Judicial Quest News Network)
Tokyo, Japan / Hyderabad, India, April 18, 2025
Toshiba Transmission & Distribution Systems (India) Private Limited (TTDI), a wholly owned subsidiary of Toshiba Corporation, Japan, has entered into a strategic partnership with the Government of Telangana to accelerate innovation and investment in the Power Transmission and Distribution (T&D) sector.
At a high-level investment meeting held today, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was formally signed between Mr.Jayesh Ranjan, Special Chief Secretary, Government of Telangana, and Mr. Hiroshi Furuta, Chairman and Managing Director of TTDI. The signing took place in the esteemed presence of Hon’ble Chief Minister of Telangana, Mr.Revanth Reddy, and Mr. Hiroshi Kaneta, Director, Energy Business, Toshiba Corporation.
Under the terms of the MoU, TTDI will establish a new manufacturing facility for Surge Arresters and expand its existing manufacturing units for Power Transformers, Distribution Transformers, and Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS) at its Rudraram facility near Hyderabad, Telangana.
Major Investment to Strengthen India’s Power Infrastructure
With a planned investment of ₹562 crore, this initiative represents TTDI’s continued commitment to developing cutting-edge solutions that serve both conventional and renewable energy needs. The expansion aligns with India’s “Make in India” initiative and is expected to contribute significantly to strengthening the power sector, boosting local manufacturing capabilities, and generating employment in the region.
Mr. Hiroshi Furuta, Chairman and Managing Director, TTDI, remarked:
“Telangana’s forward-looking policies, robust industrial ecosystem, and innovation-driven environment make it an ideal partner for Toshiba’s future-ready investments. We are excited to collaborate with the Government of Telangana to drive technological progress, contribute to economic development, and foster a highly skilled workforce. This initiative underscores our long-term vision to support India’s energy transformation and infrastructure goals.”
A Strategic Collaboration with Long-Term Impact
TTDI’s new facility and the expansion of existing units are designed to support high-voltage applications, serving both domestic and global markets. With three new facilities planned alongside major upgrades to current infrastructure, TTDI is positioning Telangana as a global manufacturing hub for power sector products within the Toshiba group.
Hon’ble Chief Minister Mr.Revanth Reddy added:
“Telangana is leading India’s industrial transformation through proactive governance and global partnerships. The investment announced by Toshiba is a strong endorsement of the state’s investor-friendly policies, infrastructure, and skilled talent pool. We welcome this strategic collaboration and look forward to many more such milestones.”
About TTDI
Toshiba Transmission & Distribution Systems (India) Pvt. Ltd. (TTDI) is a key player in delivering reliable and innovative Transmission and Distribution (T&D) equipment for both renewable and conventional energy sectors. Its product range includes Power Transformers, Distribution Transformers, GIS, and Inverter Duty Transformers, supporting power infrastructure across India and international markets.
With two existing facilities at its Rudraram campus, TTDI is steadily expanding its footprint to become Toshiba Corporation’s global production hub for T&D products, offering comprehensive solutions to customers worldwide.
