NTPC: Enhanced Power to Invest in Renewable Energy Expansion

• 17 Jul 2025

On 16th July 2025, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) approved enhanced delegation of powers to NTPC Limited, enabling it to invest up to Rs. 20,000 crore in its renewable energy arm, NTPC Green Energy Limited (NGEL).

Key Points

• Increased Investment Cap: NTPC can now invest up to Rs. 20,000 crore in NGEL and its subsidiaries, a sharp rise from the previous Rs. 7,500 crore limit.
• Objective: The decision aims to accelerate NTPC’s target of 60 GW renewable energy capacity by 2032.
• Economic Impact: The expansion is expected to generate significant employment opportunities and benefit local suppliers, MSMEs, and entrepreneurs.
• National Grid Strengthening: Renewable energy growth will boost round-the-clock electricity access and grid reliability.
• India’s Energy Transition: India has already met 50% of installed electricity capacity from non-fossil sources—five years ahead of schedule.
• Long-term Goals: India targets 500 GW of non-fossil energy capacity by 2030 and net-zero emissions by 2070.
• NGEL’s Role: As a listed subsidiary of NTPC, NGEL leads renewable expansion through organic growth and partnerships with state governments and PSUs.
• NREL’s Role: NTPC Renewable Energy Limited (NREL), a wholly-owned NGEL subsidiary, is spearheading project execution.