Incorporation & Ownership
THDC India Limited is a leading profit-making Public-Sector Enterprise registered as a Public Limited Company in July’1988 under the Companies Act, 1956, with equity participation between the Government of India and Government of UP in the ratio of 75:25 THDCIL was conferred ‘Mini Ratna–Category-I status in Oct’2009 and up-graded to Schedule ‘A’ PSU in July’2010 by the Govt. of India. After Strategic Sale on 25th Mar, 2020; equity in THDC India Limited is shared between NTPC Limited and Government of UP in a ratio of 74.496:25.504
THDCIL is profit making company since first year (2006-07) of commercial operation of its maiden project i.e. Tehri HPP (1000 MW). THDCIL has expanded its horizons since then and diversified in all types of conventional and non-conventional forms of energy.
Business Activities
THDCIL has evolved from being a hydro-dominant utility into a diversified power sector enterprise. The company is engaged in the development, operation, and maintenance of projects across Hydro, Thermal, Wind, Solar, and Coal Mining domains with a commitment to sustainable energy. THDCIL has been actively involved in various measures to facilitate the transition in the energy sector
Key areas of focus includes:
• Hydro Power Development – Flagship Tehri Hydro Power Complex 2400 MW (Tehri HPP 1000 MW, KHEP 400 MW, Tehri PSP 1000 MW) and other hydro projects.
• Thermal Power Generation – Khurja Super Thermal Power Project (KSTPP 1320 MW).
• Renewable Energy – Wind (Devbhumi Dwarka 63 MW, Patan Wind Farm 50 MW) and Solar projects (Kasargod 50 MW), including other Solar and Floating Solar initiatives.
• Coal Mining – Development and operation of Amelia Coal Mine (5.6 MTPA) to support thermal project KSTPP 1320 MW.
THDCIL’s Projects:
Power Plants under Operation:
Presently, THDCIL has a total installed capacity of 2,747 MW, which comprises 1,924 MW from Hydro (Tehri HPP 1,000 MW, Tehri PSP Units 1 & 2(500 MW), Koteshwar HEP 400 MW, and Dhukwan SHP 24 MW), 113 MW from Wind (Patan 50 MW and Devbhumi Dwarka 63 MW), 50 MW from Solar (Kasaragod Solar Plant, Kerala), and 660 MW from Thermal (Khurja STPP Unit-1, Uttar Pradesh). In addition, THDCIL operates the Amelia Coal Mine in Madhya Pradesh with a production capacity of 5.6 MTPA.
Projects Under Construction:
At present, THDCIL has three Hydro/RE projects of 955 MW and one Thermal project of 660 MW under construction. These include the Tehri Pumped Storage Plant Units 3 & 4 (500 MW) in Uttarakhand, the Vishnugad Pipalkoti Hydro Electric Project (444 MW) in Uttarakhand, the Floating Solar Power Project (11 MW) at Khurja STPP in Uttar Pradesh, and the Khurja Super Thermal Power Project Unit-2 (660 MW) in Uttar Pradesh.
Financial Performance:
The Company’s authorised share capital stands at ₹6,000 crore (divided into ₹600 crore shares of ₹10/-each), with a paid-up capital of ₹3,665.88 crore. THDCIL began earning profits from the very first year (2006–07) of commercial operations of its flagship Tehri Hydro Power Plant (1000 MW), and it has since maintained a consistent track record of profitability.
Projects Pipeline & Expansion
THDCIL is pursuing an ambitious expansion strategy with a diverse portfolio of projects under various stages of development across multiple states in India, including Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, and Chhattisgarh. The company’s growth roadmap encompasses Hydro Electric Project, Pumped Storage, Solar, Ground mounted, Roof top and Floating Solar PV Planand other projects, reflecting its commitment to a sustainable and clean energy.
In addition, THDCIL is actively developing Ultra Mega Renewable Energy Power Parks (UMREPPs) through strategic joint ventures with states like Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan. These partnerships are focused on establishing large-scale solar and hybrid projects to accelerate the transition toward clean energy.
With a robust project pipeline and strategic collaborations, THDCIL is poised to significantly enhance its installed capacity in the coming decade, reinforcing its role as a key contributor to India’s sustainable energy infrastructure.
Special Initiatives:
• Development of India’s first variable-speed Pumped Storage Plant at Tehri (1000 MW).
• Operationalization of Amelia Coal Mine (5.6 MTPA) to ensure fuel security for thermal power projects.
• Setting up Floating Solar projects at Khurja STPP.
• Aggressive focus on renewable energy and hybrid power solutions in alignment with India’s green energy transition.
Corporate Governance & Compliance:
THDCIL follows strong corporate governance practices as per guidelines issued by the Government of India. The company has robust audit and risk management frameworks, ensuring compliance, transparency, and accountability.
In recent financial years, THDCIL has reported no frauds, whistle-blower complaints, or CSR non-compliance, reflecting its commitment to ethical and sustainable business practices.
