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NTPC Plans to Add 58 GW Capacity, Targeting 149 GW by 2032
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What Happened?
NTPC aims to increase its installed capacity by 58 GW to reach 149 GW by 2032, according to Chairman Gurdeep Singh. The expansion will include various energy sources, including nuclear.
Key points
- NTPC currently has an installed capacity of 91 GW.
- The company plans to add about 30 GW of nuclear capacity by 2037.
- Feasibility studies for nuclear capacities have been completed in Madhya Pradesh, Bihar, and Odisha.
- Power demand in India increased by 21% in October 2026.
Key insights
- NTPC's focus on nuclear energy may position it as a leader in India's energy transition.
- The increase in power demand indicates a robust economic recovery in India.
- NTPC's expansion plans could attract investments in the energy sector.
Why it matters
The expansion could help meet India's growing energy demand and support the transition to renewable sources.
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Business Standard
