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Business Update9 Jun 2026, 09:40 pm

NTPC REL to develop 250 MW Solar+BESS project in UP

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NTPC Green Energy Ltd's wholly owned subsidiary, NTPC Renewable Energy Limited (NTPC REL), will develop a 250 MW Solar Power Project integrated with a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) on vacant defence land in Sitapur, Uttar Pradesh. This project, approved by the Defence Minister, is the first large-scale solar-BESS initiative aimed at enhancing the energy security of defence establishments. The generated power will be supplied to various defence facilities in Uttar Pradesh.

Key Highlights

  • NTPC REL to develop 250 MW Solar + BESS project.
  • Project located on vacant defence land in Sitapur, UP.
  • Aims to enhance energy security for defence establishments.
  • First large-scale solar-BESS project of its kind.
  • Power to be utilized by defence establishments in UP.