NTPC Ltd has declared 78 MW out of 245 MW capacity at its Nokh Solar PV Project in Rajasthan on commercial operation. This milestone adds to NTPC’s growing renewable portfolio, supporting India’s clean energy transition and boosting the company’s total installed renewable capacity amid its broader decarbonization strategy.
NTPC Expands Solar Footprint
India’s largest power utility, NTPC Ltd, announced that 78 MW capacity at its Nokh Solar PV Project (Plot-3) in Rajasthan has commenced commercial operations. The project, designed for a total of 245 MW, is part of NTPC’s broader renewable energy expansion plan aimed at achieving 60 GW of renewables by 2032.
The Nokh Solar PV Project is one of NTPC’s flagship solar developments, contributing to India’s ambitious target of 500 GW non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030. With this commissioning, NTPC continues to diversify its portfolio beyond thermal power, reinforcing its role in India’s energy transition.
Key Highlights
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Capacity Commissioned: 78 MW out of 245 MW at Nokh Solar PV Project.
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Location: Rajasthan, a key solar hub in India.
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Strategic Context: Supports NTPC’s renewable energy target of 60 GW by 2032.
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National Impact: Aligns with India’s 2030 goal of 500 GW non-fossil fuel capacity.
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Portfolio Growth: Adds to NTPC’s standalone commercial capacity, now exceeding 60,000 MW.
Sources: Business Upturn, Economic Times