NTPC scouting locations for nuclear power projects

New Delhi: State-owned electricity producer NTPC plans to set up nuclear power projects with 700 MW, 1,000 MW and 1,600 MW capacity across various locations in the country, a senior company official said. NTPC is targeting a 30 per cent share (30 GW) of India’s proposed 100 GW nuclear capacity by 2047. Industry estimates indicate that a 1-GW nuclear plant requires an investment of Rs15,000–20,000 crore and typically takes at least three years from concept to commissioning. Sharing updates on the company’s nuclear expansion plans, the official said NTPC is currently evaluating land options in several states, including Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Bihar and A P, among others.