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NTPC Green Energy Adds 50 MW Solar Capacity in Rajasthan, Total Capacity Rises to 10,671.40 MW

New solar project under ONGC–NTPC JV strengthens India’s renewable energy expansion with operations set to begin from June 14, 2026.
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Rajasthan: NTPC Green Energy Limited (NGEL) has successfully commissioned an additional 50 MW solar power capacity in Rajasthan, further strengthening its renewable energy portfolio. With this addition, the group’s total installed capacity has risen to 10,671.40 MW, according to a regulatory filing submitted to the NSE and BSE.

The development marks another important step in India’s ongoing expansion of clean and sustainable energy infrastructure.

New Solar Capacity to Begin Commercial Operations on June 14, 2026

The newly commissioned 50 MW solar project in Rajasthan will officially commence commercial operations from 00:00 hours on June 14, 2026.

Prior to this addition, the NTPC Green Energy Group’s operational capacity stood at 10,621.40 MW. With the new commissioning, the capacity has increased to 10,671.40 MW, reinforcing the company’s growing presence in India’s renewable energy sector.

Read also: Ntpc Green Energy Commissions Final 105 MW Khavda-II Solar Phase, Total Renewable Capacity Reaches 10.62 GW

Part of Larger 300 MW Solar Development Project

The 50 MW capacity forms part of a larger 300 MW solar component under a 200 MW Renewable Energy Round-The-Clock (RTC) project.

This phase represents the third stage of a cumulative 250 MW solar installation, highlighting the phased development approach being adopted for large-scale renewable energy deployment.

The project is being developed by Project Sixteen Renewable Power Private Limited, a step-down subsidiary of ONGC NTPC Green Private Limited, a joint venture between ONGC and NTPC Green Energy.

Strengthening India’s Renewable Energy Goals

The capacity expansion aligns with NTPC Green Energy’s long-term strategy to accelerate renewable energy adoption in India.

The company continues to expand its portfolio of solar and clean energy projects, contributing to:

  • India’s clean energy transition
  • Reduction in carbon emissions
  • National renewable energy targets
  • Sustainable power generation capacity

This latest commissioning further strengthens its position among India’s leading renewable energy players.

Strategic Expansion in Rajasthan

Rajasthan continues to emerge as a key hub for solar energy development due to its high solar potential and favorable conditions.

The commissioning of the 50 MW unit adds momentum to the state’s growing renewable energy infrastructure and supports India’s broader push toward sustainable power generation.

About NTPC Green Energy

NTPC Green Energy Limited (NGEL) is a subsidiary of NTPC focused on renewable energy development, including solar and wind power projects. The company plays a significant role in advancing India’s clean energy transition by expanding large-scale renewable capacity and supporting the country’s long-term sustainability goals.

Read also: NTPC Green Energy Adds 62.5 MW Solar Capacity in Rajasthan, Total Installed Capacity Hits 10,516 MW


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