NHPC Completes Unit #1 of Subansiri Lower HE Project

NHPC Limited has announced the commercial operation of Unit #1 (250 MW) of its Subansiri Lower HE Project, marking another significant milestone in the company's hydroelectric power generation capacity expansion.

Commercial Operation Declaration

The company declared Commercial Operation (CoD) of Unit #1 from 00:00 hours on 20.03.2026, as communicated to stock exchanges under Regulation 30 of SEBI (Listing Obligations & Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.

Parameter:	Details
Unit Capacity:	250 MW
Commercial Operation Date:	20.03.2026
Project Location:	Assam/Arunachal Pradesh
Total Project Capacity:	2000 MW

Project Progress Status

With the commissioning of Unit #1, NHPC has now achieved commercial operation for three units of the Subansiri Lower HE Project. The project status shows steady progress in bringing the hydroelectric facility online.

Operational Status:	Details
Units Operational:	3 (Unit #1, Unit #2, Unit #3)
Operational Capacity:	750 MW
Remaining Units:	5 units
Pending Capacity:	1250 MW

Project Configuration

The Subansiri Lower HE Project is designed as a 2000 MW hydroelectric facility comprising 8 units of 250 MW each. The project represents a significant addition to India's renewable energy infrastructure and NHPC's generation portfolio.

Regulatory Compliance

The announcement follows NHPC's ongoing communication series with stock exchanges, with previous updates provided on multiple dates including 05.10.2023, 13.10.2023, 22.05.2024, 20.08.2024, 22.10.2024, 26.12.2024, 26.05.2025, 30.06.2025, 10.10.2025, 03.12.2025, 18.12.2025, 21.12.2025, and 30.01.2026.

The company has indicated that commercial operation dates for the remaining five units will be communicated to stakeholders in due course as they achieve operational status.

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NHPC Limited has announced a change in its board composition with the cessation of Independent Director Shri Premkumar Goverthan, effective March 2, 2026. The departure marks the completion of his tenure as an independent director of the Navratna public sector enterprise.

Director Tenure Completion

Shri Premkumar Goverthan (DIN: 10064794) ceased to be an Independent Director of NHPC Limited following the completion of his tenure as per the Ministry of Power (MoP) order dated March 2, 2023. The cessation became effective from March 2, 2026, marking the end of his three-year term on the company's board.

Parameter:	Details
Director Name:	Shri Premkumar Goverthan
DIN:	10064794
Position:	Independent Director
Cessation Date:	March 2, 2026
Tenure Basis:	Ministry of Power Order
Order Date:	March 2, 2023

Regulatory Compliance

The company has notified both BSE Limited and National Stock Exchange of India Limited about this board change in compliance with Regulation 30 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The formal communication was signed by Company Secretary Rupa Deb and submitted to the stock exchanges for information and record purposes.

About NHPC Limited

NHPC Limited operates as a Government of India Navratna Enterprise in the power sector. The company is listed on both BSE (Scrip Code: 533098) and NSE (Scrip Code: NHPC), with its registered office located at NHPC Office Complex, Sector-33, Faridabad, Haryana. The organization has been certified as a Great Place to Work, reflecting its commitment to maintaining high workplace standards.