Tata Power and Druk Green Power Corporation Sign MoU to Build Skill Ecosystem for 5,000 MW Clean Energy Capacity

Tata Power and Druk Green Power Corporation Sign MoU to Build Skill Ecosystem for 5,000 MW Clean Energy Capacity​

Tata Power Company Limited, one of India's largest integrated power utilities, and Druk Green Power Corporation Limited (DGPC), the sole power generation utility of Bhutan, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Thimphu, Bhutan. The agreement aims to establish a comprehensive skill development ecosystem, supporting the joint development of clean energy projects valued at 5,000 MW.

The MoU lays the foundation for a structured training framework designed to build a future-ready workforce. The signing ceremony was attended by the Hon'ble Prime Minister of Bhutan, Lyonchhen Tshering Tobgay. The agreement was formally signed by Dr Praveer Sinha, CEO & Managing Director of Tata Power, and Dasho Chhewang Rinzin, Managing Director of DGPC.

Training programs under the agreement will be delivered through the Tata Power Skill Development Institute (TPSDI), which leverages its expertise in power sector skilling.

Dr Praveer Sinha, CEO & Managing Director, Tata Power, stated that the partnership emphasizes creating a future-ready talent ecosystem for Bhutan's growing clean energy sector. He noted that TPSDI will help nurture industry-ready professionals with comprehensive expertise in safe operations, emerging technologies, and operations & maintenance.

Under the MoU, Tata Power will provide technical expertise, training infrastructure, courseware, and accreditation support through TPSDI. Meanwhile, DGPC will be responsible for facilitating the mobilization and deployment of trainees, ensuring seamless execution.

Dasho Chhewang Rinzin, Managing Director, DGPC, noted that the MoU is a practical step toward strengthening local capabilities needed to develop 5,000 MW of clean energy capacity. DGPC will work with relevant Bhutanese authorities to identify training needs and ensure the program supports national priorities.

Implementation Phases​

The proposed skill development initiatives are structured to be implemented in three phases:

About Tata Power and DGPC​

Tata Power Company Limited
As a vertically integrated power company and part of the Tata Group, the company has built a diversified portfolio across the entire power value chain. Its total operational and pipeline capacity surpasses 26 GW. This mix includes approximately 17.5 GW of clean and green energy capacity and around 8.9 GW of thermal generation capacity. Tata Power also manages over 7,400 circuit kilometres of transmission lines and serves nearly 13 million customers across its distribution businesses. Furthermore, the company has established 4.9 GW of integrated solar cell and module manufacturing capacity and expanded its EV charging network to over 7,000 public charging points across 706 cities and towns in India.

Druk Green Power Corporation Limited (DGPC)
DGPC, a subsidiary of Druk Holding and Investments Limited, is the only generation Utility in Bhutan. DGPC currently has a portfolio of 3,473 MW of Hydro capacity in Bhutan. It is envisioned to achieve 15,000 MW Hydro capacity and 5,000 MW Solar Capacity within the next 10 years timeline, including investments and development of Small Hydro Projects.

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