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THDC India Limited has achieved a new milestone with the successful Synchronization of first unit (250 MW) of India’s first Variable Speed Pumped Storage Plant (PSP) to the National Grid which brought 2400 Mw Tehri hydel project closer to its full operationalization.
The synchronization took place on Tuesday marking a significant leap in India’s renewable energy infrastructure development.
The momentous occasion was graced by the esteemed presence of R.K. Vishnoi, Chairman and Managing Director, THDC India Limited. Pankaj Agarwal, Secretary, (Power), GoI and Gurdeep Singh, CMD, NTPC were also present in this significant achievement through Video conferencing. Adding to the occasion’s significance, Agarwal congratulated the THDC for its dedication to the nation building.
Vishnoi extended his heartfelt congratulations to Team PSP for their exceptional achievement, underscoring the critical role this milestone plays in enhancing the National Grid’s capacity. He highlighted that this is a pivotal step in the commissioning of India’s largest pumped storage plant developed by any CPSE, bringing India’s largest Hydro Power Complex, the Tehri Hydro Power Complex closer to full operationalization with a total installed capacity of 2,400 MW.
Vishnoi remarked, this achievement is a testament to our commitment to strengthening India’s renewable energy infrastructure. It positions the Tehri Hydro Power Complex as a key contributor to the nation’s transition towards a sustainable and resilient energy future.
Shallinder Singh, Director (Personnel), expressed his heartfelt congratulations towards achieving this key milestone and emphasized that this achievement is a crucial step in expanding THDCIL’s footprint in the PSP, thereby contributing to India’s Energy self-reliance & Grid stability. He also mentioned that this achievement is a testament to the dedication, hard work, and perseverance of every individual involved in the project.
Bhupender Gupta, Director (Technical), on this occasion, appreciated the immense efforts put in by the Tehri PSP team, emphasizing the technical challenges overcome during the synchronization process. Sh. Gupta further added that the successful synchronization of the first unit marks a significant achievement in THDC India Limited’s journey towards realizing the full potential of the Tehri Hydro Power Complex, and it is a testament to the cutting-edge technological advancements applied throughout the project.