NTPC is planning to fast track its ultra mega power project (UMPP) at Pudimadaka near Anakapalli, Atchutapuram in Visakhapatnam district of Andhra Pradesh.
With difficulties in securing fuel linkage, and southern states agreeing to buy power even if it is based on imported coal, NTPC is now planning to make it a priority project.
The power project with 4,000 MW (5 x 800 MW) capacity is estimated to cost Rs 24,000 crore. Unit-I of the project will take about 42 months to implement.
Currently, the project is awaiting land allocation from the Andhra Pradesh government. Once it gets land for the project, all the necessary clearances will be taken up.
The company is also planning to expand its 2,600 MW super thermal power plant at Ramagundam in Karimnagar district of Andhra Pradesh.
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