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NTPC Green Energy Commissions 37.925 MW Khavda Solar Project in Gujarat, Expands Renewable Energy Capacity 

The 37.925 MW addition under NTPC Renewable Energy’s 450 MW Hybrid Tranche V Project strengthens India’s clean energy portfolio and supports the nation’s low-carbon transition.
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New Delhi/Greater Noida: NTPC Green Energy Limited (NGEL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of NTPC, has successfully declared the commercial operation of 37.925 MW capacity from its Khavda Solar Energy Project in Gujarat. This marks the fifth part capacity of the 300 MW Khavda project, which is part of the larger 450 MW Hybrid Tranche V Project under NTPC Renewable Energy. The new capacity became operational from 00:00 hours on 18 December 2025.

Strengthening India’s Renewable Energy Portfolio

With the commissioning of the Khavda Solar Project capacity, the total installed capacity of NTPC Green Energy Limited and its subsidiaries has increased from 7,889.335 MW to 7,927.26 MW. The addition underscores NGEL’s commitment to scaling up clean energy infrastructure and contributing to India’s renewable energy targets.

The project also supports diversification of NTPC’s energy mix by increasing the share of solar power in its overall generation portfolio. It is expected to help meet the growing energy demand sustainably while contributing to the country’s low-carbon energy transition.

Read also: NTPC Green Energy Commences 6.6 MW Wind Operations in Bhuj Hybrid Project, Expands Renewable Portfolio

Part of NTPC’s Hybrid Tranche V Initiative

The Khavda Solar Energy Project is a strategic initiative under NTPC Renewable Energy Limited (NTPC REL), aimed at harnessing solar energy potential in Gujarat. The project forms a key component of the 450 MW Hybrid Tranche V Project, designed to enhance clean energy capacity and provide reliable renewable power to the grid.

About NTPC Green Energy Limited

NTPC Green Energy Limited (NGEL) is one of India’s leading renewable energy companies, focusing on solar and wind power generation. Headquartered at NETRA Complex, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, and with its registered office at NTPC Bhawan, New Delhi, NGEL is actively expanding its clean energy portfolio. The company’s initiatives are closely aligned with India’s sustainable energy goals and the transition towards a low-carbon energy future.

NGEL’s ongoing capacity expansion programs reinforce the company’s position as a key player in the country’s renewable energy sector, contributing significantly to national energy security and environmental sustainability.

Read also: NGEL and CSPGCL Form New Joint Venture to Develop 2 GW Renewable Energy Parks in Chhattisgarh


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