THDC India Ltd Commences Commercial Operations of 660-MW Unit at Khurja STPP
| Summary/Static | Details |
|---|---|
| Why in the news? | THDC Expands into Thermal Energy with 660-MW UP Plant |
| Project Name | Khurja Super Thermal Power Plant (STPP) |
| Location | Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh |
| Capacity | 1,320 MW (2×660 MW) |
| Operational Status | Unit 1 (660 MW) operational since Jan 25, 2025; Unit 2 upcoming |
| Investment | ₹13,000 crore |
| Coal Source | Amelia coal mine, Singrauli, Madhya Pradesh |
| Annual Power Generation | 9,264 MUs (85% PLF) |
| Power Allocation | UP: 64.7%, Rajasthan: 21.3%, Uttarakhand: 3.9%, Others: 10.1% |
| Technology Used | Flue Gas Desulfurization (FGD) for emission control |
| THDCIL's Existing Portfolio | Hydro (1,424 MW), Wind (113 MW), Solar (50 MW) |
| Ownership | 75% NTPC (Govt. of India), 25% Uttar Pradesh Govt. |