NHPC resumes commercial operation of Teesta-V Unit#3
NHPC Limited resumed commercial generation of Unit#3 (170 MW) at its Teesta-V Power Station in Sikkim on July 16, 2026, following the synchronization of the unit with the grid. This follows the resumption of Unit#1 and Unit#2 on July 13, 2026, bringing the total installed capacity of 510 MW back into commercial operation.

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NHPC Limited resumed commercial generation of Unit#3 at its Teesta-V Power Station in Sikkim on July 16, 2026. The 170 MW unit began operations after synchronizing with the grid at 00:00 Hrs. With this development, the Teesta-V Power Station (3 X 170 MW) has resumed commercial generation of all its units. The disclosure was filed in compliance with Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations & Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
Previously, the company had resumed commercial generation of Unit#1 and Unit#2 on July 13, 2026. The total installed capacity of the power station is 510 MW. The power scheduling for all units is currently active.
Operational Details
The following table outlines the status of the units at the Teesta-V Power Station:
| Unit | Capacity | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Unit#1 | 170 MW | Commercial operation resumed on 13 Jul 2026 |
| Unit#2 | 170 MW | Commercial operation resumed on 13 Jul 2026 |
| Unit#3 | 170 MW | Commercial operation resumed on 16 Jul 2026 |
The company filed the disclosure with BSE Limited and National Stock Exchange of India Limited. Rupa Deb, Company Secretary, signed the intimation on July 16, 2026.
Historical Stock Returns for NHPC
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +1.58% | +0.98% | -0.04% | +2.56% | -3.58% | +204.92% |
What impact will the full restoration of the Teesta-V Power Station have on NHPC's overall power generation and revenue projections for FY2027?
How will the resumption of all units at Teesta-V affect NHPC's ability to meet its power purchase agreements and grid commitments in the region?
What measures has NHPC implemented to prevent future disruptions at the Teesta-V Power Station, given the recent operational challenges?


































