NTPC Crosses 50,000 MW in Power Capacity

NTPC, the largest power utility of India, has joined the top league of electricity generators globally by crossing the 50,000 MW capacity mark.

With the commissioning of 500 MW unit at Unchahar in Uttar Pradesh, the total installed capacity of NTPC has risen to 50498 MW.

NTPC as an integrated power major remains committed to affordable power for the consumers through sustainable power generation. In FY17, NTPC’s annual generation has topped 250 billion units. The company has commenced coal mining at Pakri Barwadih. Also, it has commissioned the first high efficiency 800 MW unit at Kudgi and has steadily added to its renewable portfolio.

Ranked the third largest power company in terms of coal based power generation capacity, 2nd in PLF (Plant Load Factor), third in machine availability and seventh in terms of electricity generation, NTPC is among the top 20 coal based power generating companies globally. A consistent performer, NTPC is ranked second amongst the Independent Power Producers (IPPs) globally by Platts.

NTPC is a Maharatna and the largest power utility in the country, playing a major role in meeting the power needs of the country and thus contributing to its economic and social development by contributing nearly 24 per cent of the country’s generation. NTPC has a vision to be the world’s leading power company, energizing India’s Growth.

NTPC has 19 coal based, seven gas based, 10 solar PV, one hydro and nine Subsidiaries / Joint Venture power stations. The company has capacity of over 21,000 MW under implementation at 23 locations across the country including 300 MW being undertaken by joint venture and subsidiary companies. The first wind power project of NTPC- Rojmal Wind Energy Project 50 MW is coming up in Gujarat.