New Delhi: NTPC Green Energy Limited (NGEL) has declared commercial operation of a 165 MW solar capacity at its Khavda-II Solar PV Project in Gujarat, further strengthening its renewable energy portfolio.

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The newly commissioned capacity is part of the 1,200 MW Khavda-II Solar PV Project being developed by NTPC Renewable Energy Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of NGEL. The fourth phase of 165 MW has been declared commercially operational with effect from 00:00 hours on March 19, 2026, the company said in a regulatory filing.

With this addition, the total commercial capacity of the NGEL group has increased from 9,562.68 MW to 9,727.68 MW.

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The Khavda renewable energy zone in Gujarat is one of India’s largest clean energy hubs and plays a crucial role in the country’s ambition to scale up non-fossil fuel capacity. The latest commissioning underscores NTPC Group’s continued push towards expanding its green energy footprint.

NGEL, a key arm of NTPC Limited, has been steadily ramping up its renewable capacity through solar, wind, and hybrid projects as part of India’s broader energy transition strategy.

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