NTPC has sketched out an expansion plan with the intention of bidding for the proposed Ultra Mega Power Project (UMPP) at Bhedabahal in Orissa.
The company also intends to set up two new power plants having 3,200 MW capacity each. The two projects will come up at Gajamara and Darlipali. Work for the proposed projects is in an advanced stage while Stage-II of the projects, with a similar capacity will be cleared later.
At present, NTPC has an installed capacity of 3,460 MW, including Talcher Thermal Power Station (TTPS) and Talcher Super Thermal Power Station (TSTPS) at Kaniha.
Meanwhile, NTPC is also planning expansion of Talcher Thermal Power Station.