Govt plans to add 97,000 MW coal, lignite-based thermal capacity by 2035: Shripad Naik

Analysis of this story by et_companies · 16 Mar 2026, 5:51 PM IST (about 2 months ago)

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India's growing energy demand necessitates significant capacity additions. This plan provides long-term visibility for the thermal power sector.

Look for entry points in power generation and infrastructure companies, anticipating sustained order inflows.

Quick check: POWERGRID neutral (-1.1% 1d), COALINDIA bullish bias (-1.6% 1d).

•Govt plans to add 97,000 MW coal, lignite-based thermal capacity by 2034-35.
•Expansion aims to meet a projected demand of 3,07,000 megawatts.
•Significant progress is already underway with ongoing construction and awarded contracts.
•Risk flag: Environmental concerns and regulatory hurdles for coal projects
•Risk flag: Execution risks and project delays

POWERGRIDPower Grid Corporation of India Ltd

Positive

Increased power generation will require enhanced transmission infrastructure.

COALINDIACoal India Ltd

Positive

Increased demand for coal and lignite as fuel for new thermal plants.

mentioned in article

Announced the government's plan for thermal capacity addition.

Sectors:energy

Original source: et_companies

Published: 16 Mar 2026, 5:51 PM IST

Last updated on Anadi News: 16 Mar 2026, 6:36 PM IST

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