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NLC India and RVUNL form new JV to develop Lignite-based power projects in Rajasthan

NLC India has incorporated another JV company with RVUNL to develop Lignite-based power projects in Rajasthan

PSU Watch Bureau

New Delhi: NLC India Limited (NLCIL), a Navratna Government of India enterprise, has incorporated a new joint venture company with Rajasthan Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Limited (RVUNL) to expand its footprint in thermal power and lignite mining sectors.

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The new joint venture, named "NLC Rajasthan Power Limited," has been set up with a 74:26 equity shareholding between NLCIL and RVUNL, respectively. The company was officially incorporated on June 2, 2025, and the Certificate of Incorporation was received by NLCIL on June 3, 2025.

According to the official filing made to stock exchanges, the purpose of the joint venture is to develop, operate, and maintain lignite mines and lignite-based thermal power stations in the state of Rajasthan.

The formation of this joint venture follows the approval from the Ministry of Coal. The Department of Investment and Public Asset Management (DIPAM) granted its concurrence for the project through a letter dated April 24, 2025.

The joint venture will be capitalised through a cash subscription to equity shares at a face value of Rs 10 each. NLCIL will hold a controlling 74 percent stake in the new entity.

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