India’s drive to modernize and decarbonize its power sector received a significant boost today as the second 250\u202fMW unit of the Tehri Variable Speed Pumped Storage Plant (PSP) began its Commercial Operation Declaration, announced virtually by Power Secretary Pankaj\u202fAgarwal. Developed by THDC India Limited, the Tehri PSP is distinguished as the country\u2019s first variable\u2011speed pumped storage facility and the largest hydropower plant commissioned by a central public sector enterprise <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The launch event featured dignitaries including Additional Secretary Akash\u202fTripathi, Joint Secretary Mohammad\u202fAfzal, NTPC CMD Gurdeep\u202fSingh, and THDCIL CMD R.K.\u202fVishnoi. Secretary Agarwal praised the milestone as a \u201cpath\u2011breaking development,\u201d underscoring its significance in strengthening grid flexibility and supporting India\u2019s renewable integration efforts <\/p>\n\n\n\n
CMD Vishnoi emphasized the strategic importance of the plant, noting that once all four units are operational by September 2025, the Tehri Hydro Power Complex\u2019s capacity will soar to 2,400\u202fMW. This capacity will be instrumental in converting off\u2011peak surplus into peaking power, stabilizing the grid and reducing dependency on thermal generation <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Utilizing high-tech variable\u2011speed turbines supplied by GE\u202fVernova, the plant enhances operational precision and efficiency, enabling rapid power adjustments to match fluctuating demand\u2014a critical capability for any modern grid integrating renewable sources . The project draws on the existing reservoirs formed by the Tehri and Koteshwar dams, leveraging them to create a sophisticated energy storage system that delivers about 2,442 million units annually .<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This milestone follows the COD of the first unit on June 7, 2025, and reinforces THDCIL\u2019s capability to deliver complex infrastructure under challenging conditions, as lauded by CMD Vishnoi and NTPC\u2019s Gurdeep Singh . The Tehri PSP now stands as a model for future energy storage projects, fulfilling India\u2019s commitment to renewable energy and grid resilience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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