NTPC plans to invest ₹80,000 crore in solar and wind power projects in Telangana.

The National Thermal Power Corporation (NTPC) has expressed interest in investing approximately ₹80,000 crore in solar and wind power projects across Telangana​. This significant investment aims to boost the state’s renewable energy capacity and aligns with Telangana’s ambitious clean energy targets.

Details of the Investment Proposal

The proposed investment by NTPC focuses on renewable energy, particularly solar and wind power projects. A high-level delegation from NTPC, led by Chairman and Managing Director Gurdeep Singh, met with Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy to discuss these plans.

During the meeting, NTPC highlighted Telangana’s potential for clean energy production, including an estimated capacity of 6,700 MW from floating solar projects alone. The Chief Minister welcomed the proposal and assured NTPC of the state government’s full cooperation, including expedited clearances and infrastructure support.

Telangana’s Renewable Energy Goals

NTPC’s investment proposal is in line with Telangana’s recently announced renewable energy policy, which sets ambitious capacity targets for the coming decade. By 2030, Telangana aims to add 20,000 MW of renewable energy and storage capacity.

The state plans to achieve a cumulative renewable energy ecosystem exceeding 30.5 GW, incorporating solar, wind, energy storage, and distributed generation sources, and aims for over 47 GW by the financial year 2035.

Additionally, Telangana intends to install 6,000 electric vehicle charging stations by FY 2030, with a goal of 12,000 by FY 2035. As of July 31, 2025, Telangana’s total installed solar capacity is over 5 GW, with ground-mounted solar accounting for about 4,360 MW, which is roughly 87% of the total. The state also has plans to expand rooftop solar adoption, with a directive to install solar power plants on all government buildings, including educational institutions.

Broader Context of NTPC’s Investments

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved an enhanced delegation of powers to NTPC Limited on July 17. This approval allows NTPC to invest up to ₹20,000 crore in its subsidiary, NTPC Green Energy Limited (NGEL), exceeding the previous limit of ₹7,500 crore.

This move is intended to accelerate renewable energy capacity addition and contribute to NTPC’s target of developing 60 GW of green energy by 2032. This initiative supports India’s commitment to building 500 GW of non-fossil energy capacity by 2030 and achieving Net Zero emissions by 2070.

In November 2024, the NTPC Board also approved investment proposals worth approximately ₹80,000 crore for thermal projects across the country, totaling 6,400 MW. This includes investment approval for the Telangana Super Thermal Power Project, Phase-II (3×800 MW), at an estimated cost of ₹29,344.85 crore.

The Telangana Super Thermal Power Project (TSTPP) is a coal-based power plant under construction near Ramagundam city in Peddapalli District, with a planned total capacity of 4000 MW. The first 800 MW unit of TSTPP was inaugurated by PM Modi on October 3, 2023.

total renewable energy capacity Telangana aims to achieve by 2030
Telangana aims to add 20,000 MW to its existing renewable energy generation and storage capacity by 2030.
Telangana’s Renewable Energy Capacity Targets by 2030

Telangana has set an ambitious goal to generate an additional 20,000 MW of green energy by 2030, building upon its current renewable energy capacity​. This target is part of a broader strategy to decrease carbon footprints and encourage sustainable energy sources. The state aims to achieve this by the financial year 2030 (FY30) or by 2029-30.

Policy and Initiatives Supporting the Target

The Telangana government has recently introduced the “Clean and Green Energy Policy 2025” to facilitate the achievement of this 20,000 MW goal. This policy, applicable for 10 years from its issuance on January 11, 2025, or until a new policy is released, is designed to boost renewable energy, ensure energy security, and increase job potential in the state.

The policy document highlights Telangana’s significant solar potential, with an average solar insolation of 5.5 kWh per square meter for over 300 sunshine days annually. It also notes a wind potential of 54,717 MW at a hub height of 150 meters. The state has signed memorandums of understanding (MoUs) worth ₹1 lakh crore with various companies to support this green initiative.

These partnerships are expected to attract significant investments, such as the ₹29,000 crore committed by Ecoren Energy India Private Ltd and GPSR Arya Pvt Ltd for wind, solar, and compressed biogas projects.The Telangana government is proactively working to increase power generation to meet growing demand and create a surplus. It emphasizes the shift from coal-dependent energy to green energy to reduce production costs and pollution.

The state is also promoting the development of energy storage systems, green hydrogen production, and an enhanced manufacturing ecosystem to support its renewable energy ambitions. The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) has projected Telangana’s contracted capacity to reach 49,104 MW by 2029-30, with potential for pumped storage hydel projects.

Current Capacity and Future Projections

Telangana currently has an installed renewable energy capacity of over 4 GW. Its existing renewable energy generation and storage capacity exceeds 11,000 MW. The state’s contracted capacity from all energy sources, including its share in inter-state generating stations, totals 26,212 MW.

This includes 7,889 MW from solar, 128 MW from wind, and 2,518 MW from hydro sources. By 2029-30, the policy projects solar energy capacity at 18,874 MW, distributed renewable energy at 4,330 MW, wind energy at 2,528 MW, and energy storage at 3,805 MW. The state’s peak power demand is projected to rise from 15,623 MW in 2023–24 to 24,215 MW by 2029–30.

Short Overview NTPC Limited

NTPC Limited, formerly known as National Thermal Power Corporation, is an Indian central Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) owned by the Ministry of Power and the Government of India, which is engaged in the generation of electricity and other activities.
Formerly	National Thermal Power Corporation
Industry	Electricity
Founded	7 November 1975
Headquarters	New Delhi, India
Owner	Ministry of Power, Government of India

NTPC Limited, formerly known as National Thermal Power Corporation, is India’s largest energy conglomerate and a Central Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) owned by the Ministry of Power, Government of India​. Established in 1975, its primary mission is to accelerate power development in India and contribute to the nation’s energy security.

History and Evolution

NTPC was founded on November 7, 1975, by the Government of India. It was initially named “National Thermal Power Corporation Private Limited” and began its first thermal power project in 1976 at Singrauli, Uttar Pradesh. The company’s name was changed to “National Thermal Power Corporation Limited” in the same year, and later to “NTPC Limited” in October 2005 to reflect its expansion into hydro and nuclear power generation, as well as coal mining.

NTPC achieved significant milestones throughout its history:

• 1983: Began commercial operations and reported profits.
• 1997: Conferred with “Navratna” status by the Government of India and generated 100 billion units of electricity in a single year.
• 2004: Launched its Initial Public Offering (IPO) in October and became a listed company in November, with the Government of India initially holding 89.5% of its equity share capital.
• 2010: Conferred “Maharatna” status by the Union Government of India in May, becoming one of only ten Maharatnas CPSEs in India as of January 2020.

Core Business and Diversification

NTPC’s core function is the generation and distribution of electricity, primarily selling bulk power to State Electricity Boards in India. While historically rooted in fossil fuels, NTPC has diversified its energy mix to include hydro, nuclear, and renewable energy sources such as solar and wind, aiming to reduce its carbon footprint.Beyond power generation, NTPC has expanded into various related fields to strengthen its business:

Consultancy and Project Management: Offers services in engineering, project management, construction management, and operation and management of power plants.

• Power Trading: Engages in the trading of power.
• Training: Provides training for power professionals.
• Rural Electrification and Ash Utilisation: Contributes to rural electrification initiatives and promotes efficient ash utilization.
• Coal Mining and Oil & Gas Exploration: Diversified into coal mining and oil and gas exploration and production.

Operational Footprint and Capacity

NTPC operates from 70 locations across India, with additional presences in Sri Lanka and Bangladesh. As of March 31, 2023, NTPC holds 17% of India’s total national generation capacity and contributes 25% of the total power generation due to its high efficiency operations.

The company operates a significant number of power stations, including coal, combined cycle gas and liquid fuel, hydro, wind turbine, and solar projects. Its total installed capacity is 72,304 MW, including capacities through joint ventures and subsidiaries.

NTPC has an ambitious long-term plan to become a 128,000 MW company by 2032, with a strong emphasis on diversifying into renewable energy. It aims to achieve 60 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2032, constituting nearly 45% of its overall power generation capacity. The company intends to add 10,000 MW of solar PV capacity within the next five years.

Corporate Governance and Recognition

NTPC is guided by the philosophy of “People before Plant Load Factor,” which informs its human resource policies. It has consistently been recognized as a “Laureate” for ranking among the “Top 50 Best Companies to Work for in India” for 11 consecutive years in the Great Place to Work and Economic Times survey.

In 2019, it was also recognized as the best among PSUs and in the manufacturing sector. In 2015, Platts ranked NTPC second among the 250 largest power producer energy traders globally and 56th overall among Platts 250 companies.

This post references from Indian Express

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