Torrent Power Accelerates Renewable Capex, Reports Q1 FY26 Results
Torrent Power announced Q1 FY26 financial results and renewable energy expansion plans. The company reported Rs 350 crore renewable energy capex in Q1, with plans to accelerate in H2. It has a 3 GW solar project pipeline and expects total capex of Rs 7,000-8,000 crore for FY26. Q1 revenue was Rs 7,906.37 crore, with profit after tax at Rs 741.58 crore. Lower figures compared to last year were attributed to early monsoon and high gas prices. The company's operational capacity is 4,881 MWp, with total generation and pumped storage capacity, including projects under development, at approximately 8 GWp and 3 GW respectively.

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Torrent Power , one of India's leading integrated power utilities, has announced its financial results for the first quarter of fiscal year 2025-26, along with ambitious plans for renewable energy expansion.
Renewable Energy Push
The company reported a significant renewable energy capital expenditure of Rs 350.00 crores in Q1, with plans for a substantial acceleration in the second half of the year. Torrent Power has an impressive pipeline of 3 gigawatts (GW) of solar projects, underlining its commitment to clean energy.
Management expects total capital expenditure to reach Rs 7,000.00-8,000.00 crores for FY26, with projections slightly higher for FY27. This aggressive investment strategy highlights Torrent Power's focus on expanding its renewable energy portfolio.
Q1 FY26 Financial Performance
For the quarter ended June 30, 2025, Torrent Power reported:
- Revenue from operations: Rs 7,906.37 crores
- Profit before tax: Rs 985.34 crores
- Profit after tax: Rs 741.58 crores
- Total comprehensive income: Rs 738.94 crores
While the company's revenue and profit figures show a decrease compared to the same quarter last year, Torrent Power attributes this to specific factors:
- Lower power demand due to an early onset of monsoon
- Elevated gas prices impacting merchant gains from gas-based generation
Segment Performance
Torrent Power's business is divided into three main segments:
Segment | Revenue (in crores) |
---|---|
Generation | 2,488.51 |
Transmission and Distribution | 6,534.01 |
Renewables | 369.35 |
The renewable segment showed improved contributions, driven by solar capacity additions and favorable wind conditions, resulting in better Plant Load Factor (PLF).
Future Outlook
With a current operational capacity of 4,881 MWp and projects under development, Torrent Power is positioning itself as a key player in India's energy transition. The company's total generation and Pumped Storage capacity, including projects under development, stands at approximately 8 GWp and 3 GW respectively.
Jinal Mehta, Vice Chairman & Managing Director of Torrent Power, stated, "While the quarter saw some cyclical challenges, our diversified business operations and focus on renewable energy position us well for the future. We remain committed to our expansion plans and contributing to India's clean energy goals."
As Torrent Power continues to invest heavily in renewable energy, it is clear that the company is aligning its strategy with the global shift towards sustainable power generation, potentially setting the stage for long-term growth in this sector.
Historical Stock Returns for Torrent Power
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