Ghatampur Thermal Power Project | 02 Jun 2025

Why in News? 

The Prime Minister, on 30th May 2025, dedicated Unit-1 of the Ghatampur Thermal Power Project in Kanpur (U.P.) to the nation, marking a significant milestone in India’s energy sector. 

Key Points 

  • About the Project: 
  • Power Allocation: 
    • A Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) has been signed to allocate 1,487.28 MW (75.12%) of the generated power to Uttar Pradesh and the remaining 492.72 MW (24.88%) is earmarked for Assam. 
  • Environmental Safeguards: 

UP Thermal Power Plant