CEA Uprates Dadri Thermal Power Station Capacity for NTPC Ltd
The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) has uprated the capacity of two units, Unit no. 5 and Unit no. 6, at the Dadri Thermal Power Station. Effective from April 7, 2026, the capacity of these two units has been increased from 490 MW each to 500 MW each.With this uprating, the total installed capacity of the NTPC group now stands at 89,128 MW, and the commercial capacity is recorded at 88,048 MW.
The news details the capacity enhancement at the Dadri Thermal Power Station. For reference, the updated capacity figures are as follows:
| Unit | Previous Capacity | New Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| Unit no. 5 | 490 MW | 500 MW |
| Unit no. 6 | 490 MW | 500 MW |
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