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THDC India (THDCIL) Achieves Major Milestone: 660 MW Unit-2 of Khurja STPP Synchronized with Grid

The Khurja Super Thermal Power Project is a 2x660 MW coal-based thermal plant located in Uttar Pradesh. It is a part of THDCIL’s effort to expand its generation portfolio beyond hydropower and renewables.
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New Delhi: THDC India Limited (THDCIL) has achieved a significant milestone with the successful synchronization of Unit-2 (660 MW) of its Khurja Super Thermal Power Project (2×660 MW) with the National Grid on 28th August 2025. This marks a major step toward the project’s full commissioning and reinforces India’s push toward a secure and sustainable energy future.

Strengthening India’s Energy Security

Speaking on the occasion, Mr R.K. Vishnoi, Chairman and Managing Director of THDCIL, said the successful synchronization is a decisive move towards the full commissioning of the 1,320 MW thermal project. He emphasized that this development aligns with THDCIL’s broader mission of enhancing India’s power generation capacity and advancing its energy diversification strategy.

This milestone reflects THDCIL’s strategic entry into the thermal sector, complementing our renewable energy initiatives to build a balanced and sustainable energy mix,” said Vishnoi.

The Khurja STPP features advanced boilers and turbines, as well as state-of-the-art emission control technologies, including Flue Gas Desulfurization (FGD) and Low-NOx burners, showcasing the company’s commitment to environmental sustainability and operational excellence.

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Technical Achievement and National Integration

Bhupender Gupta, Director (Technical), highlighted the synchronization as a technical landmark demonstrating THDCIL’s engineering expertise in executing complex and large-scale power infrastructure projects.

With Unit-2 now synchronized, the project is well-positioned to supply reliable base load power, particularly important during peak demand periods,” Gupta stated. “It also reinforces our capability in the thermal sector.”

Team Effort and Leadership Acknowledged

The synchronization ceremony was made more special by the felicitation of Shallinder Singh, adding a ceremonial highlight to the technical success.

Kumar Sharad, Executive Director (Project), extended his gratitude to the entire KSTPP team for their relentless dedication and collaborative effort, which made the synchronization of Unit-2 possible.

“Full credit goes to the KSTPP team for their hard work and perseverance,” Sharad remarked.

Leadership Presence and Collaborative Effort

The event was attended by a number of senior officials, including:

  • Kumar Sharad, Executive Director (Project)
  • B.K. Sahoo, GM (O&M)
  • R.M. Dubey, GM (Electrical)
  • Shailesh Dhyani, GM (Mechanical)
  • Sandeep Bhatnagar, GM (Finance)

Representatives from NTPC Consultancy, BHEL, LMB, STEAG, and GE also participated, underscoring the multi-agency collaboration behind the project’s progress.

About the Project and Ownership

The Khurja Super Thermal Power Project is a 2×660 MW coal-based thermal plant located in Uttar Pradesh. It is a part of THDCIL’s effort to expand its generation portfolio beyond hydropower and renewables.

THDC India Limited is a joint venture between NTPC Ltd. and the Government of Uttar Pradesh, playing a pivotal role in India’s evolving energy landscape.

Conclusion: A Step Closer to Commissioning and Energy Self-Sufficiency

The successful synchronization of Unit-2 brings THDCIL a step closer to the full commissioning of the Khurja STPP. The milestone not only demonstrates the company’s technical prowess but also supports India’s broader energy security and sustainability goals.

With both units of the project nearing operational status, THDCIL is reinforcing its presence as a key contributor to India’s power generation ecosystem — seamlessly integrating thermal, renewable, and hydropower into a balanced national energy strategy.

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About THDC India Limited

THDC India Limited (THDCIL) is a premier power sector Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) jointly owned by NTPC Limited and the Government of Uttar Pradesh. It specializes in the development, operation, and maintenance of hydro, thermal, solar, and pumped storage power projects across India.


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