Hindustan Construction Company Ltd (HCC) has secured an infrastructure contract worth ₹2,917 crore from City and Industrial Development Corporation of Maharashtra Ltd for construction of a 22.21 km raw water tunnel and a 250 MLD water treatment plant in Raigad.
The project has been awarded to the LCESPL-HCC joint venture, with HCC’s share of execution pegged at around ₹1,100 crore.
Project scope
The contract involves design and construction of a 22.21 km raw water tunnel using Tunnel Boring Machine technology to transport water from Kondhane Dam in Karjat to a proposed 250 MLD water treatment plant at Mohope in Panvel.
The scope also includes design, supply, erection, testing and commissioning of the treatment plant, along with 15 years of operation and maintenance under a design-build-operate model.
Strategic importance
The project is part of CIDCO’s broader plan to strengthen long-term water supply infrastructure for Navi Mumbai and nearby regions. It aims to ensure reliable and sustainable water availability to support urban expansion and industrial growth.
Company profile
HCC is a leading infrastructure engineering and construction company in India, with a strong presence across sectors such as transportation, water, power and urban infrastructure. The company has executed several landmark projects including tunnels, bridges, dams and metro systems, and is known for its expertise in complex engineering works and large-scale project execution.