Industrial Visit at 220KV Substation, Paravati, Pune

Name of Industry Visited: 220KV Substation, Paravati, Pune
Address of Industry Visited: Pune, Maharashtra 411030
Date of Industrial Visit: 25/04/2025
Target Participants: Third Year Students
Number of Participants: TE A: 47 Students + TE B: 47 Students + 3 Staffs
Name of Course for which Industrial Visit Organized: Power System II
Name of Visit Coordinator: Mr. C.V. Deshpande
Name of Subject Teacher: Dr. S. R. Kadam (TE : A)
Mr. J. A. Gurav (TE : B)
Outcome of Industrial Visit:
  • Understand working of various switchgear and protection system equipments.
  • Describe and understand different type of relays, and various types of protection schemes for transformer, transmission and feeders.

As part of the Switchgear and Protection course, we visited a 220kV / 132kV / 22kV substation on 25/04/2025 located at Parvati, Pune 411030. The purpose of this visit was to gain practical knowledge about the design, operation, and maintenance of switchgear and protection systems in a substation. During the visit, we accompanied by Mrs. Uma Shelke (Deputy Engineer), who provided valuable insights and explanations about the substation’s components and functions. The visit lasted for 2-3 Hour, during which we had the opportunity to observe the substation’s layout, equipment, and safety measures.

Need of visit: –
Visiting an electrical substation provides a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience and knowledge about the functioning of the equipment and systems within the substation. During a visit, participants conduct following objectives:

  • Observe the layout, equipment, and safety measures of the substation, and gain an understanding of how the substation is designed and operated.
  • Learn about the different types of equipment within the substation and their functions, including transformers, switchgear, and protection systems.
  • Gain insights into the safety practices and procedures followed in the substation to ensure the safety of personnel and equipment.
  • Understand the importance of regular maintenance and testing of substation equipment to ensure reliable and efficient power supply.
  • Ask questions and interact with experienced personnel to gain a deeper understanding of substation operations and maintenance.

Industry/ Substation Details

  • Substation Name: – 220KV Substation, Parvati, Pune, 411030.
  • Location:- Near Okayama Friendship Garden, Parvati, Pune, Maharashtra 411030
  • Deputy Engineer: – Mrs. Uma Shelke
  • Voltage Level: – 220kV/132kV/22kV
  • Type of Substation: – Transmission Substation
  • Number of Transformers: – 6
  • Transformer Capacity: -50, 100, 200 MVA
  • Switchgear Configuration: -Air Insulated, Gas Insulated
  • Control System: -PLC & SCADA
  • Ancillary Equipment: – Batteries, Chargers, Air Conditioners, Exhaust Fans.
  • Commissioning Date: – 16/08/1988.

Ratings of Substation

MAHATRANSCO: – 220/132/22 KV Substation
Incoming: –
1. 220KV – From 400KV Substation (Jejuri)
Outgoing: –
1. 22KV = Old Paravati-1, Panshet, Paravati w/w, Gultekadi-1 2. 22KV = Padamavati
3. 22KV = Express, Khadakwasla-1
4. 22KV = SNDT-1, Khadakwasla-2, SNDT-2, Old Paravati 2 5. 132KV = Rasta Peth s/s