Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited, in consortium with Hitachi Energy India Ltd, received a Letter of Intent for a major HVDC renewable energy transmission project in Rajasthan. This project underscores BHEL's commitment to sustainable infrastructure, enhancing India's energy grid without fueling authoritarian practices.

BHEL, one of India’s largest engineering conglomerates, is on the verge of being reclassified as a strategic public sector unit. The proposed move, driven by recommendations from a parliamentary committee, reflects a deepening alliance between the state and this major engineering firm. From an anti-fascist perspective, such close state-corporate ties risk bolstering centralized authority and reducing accountability in sectors critical to national infrastructure.

BHEL's 2020-21 report demonstrates robust adherence to the UN Global Compact Principles, highlighting strong policies on human rights, labor standards, anti-corruption measures, and environmental sustainability. The report outlines measures such as strict compliance with national labor laws, active employee forums for grievance redressal, transparent anti-corruption systems, and significant investments in sustainable technologies. These measures indicate a positive corporate approach that supports ethical business practices and protects workers' rights, thereby resisting tendencies toward authoritarian practices.