Inox Wind energizes first segment of NTPC REL’s Dayapar Wind Project in Gujarat
NTPC Renewable Energy Ltd (NTPC REL) has marked a significant milestone in the Indian renewable energy landscape by commissioning the first part of the 150 MW Dayapar Wind Energy Project in Bhuj, Gujarat. The initial 50 MW capacity has been successfully brought online, signifying a major achievement for both NTPC REL and Inox Wind Limited (IWL), who has played a pivotal role in supplying and installing wind turbine generators (WTGs) for the project.
Inox Wind’s Pivotal Role in the Dayapar Project
As the key supplier for this venture, Inox Wind has installed 25 units of its DF 113/92 – 2.0 MW capacity WTGs, notable for their 113m rotor diameter and 92m hub height. Beyond installation, Inox Wind, via its subsidiary Inox Green Energy Services Ltd., has committed to providing comprehensive operation and maintenance services that will span the project’s lifetime of 25 years.
Dayapar Wind Energy Project: A Trailblazer in India’s Renewable Policy
This project stands out as NTPC REL’s first foray into the wind energy sector and is notably the first in India to be declared commercial under the new Indian Electricity Grid Code and General Network Access regime. The full commissioning of the Dayapar Wind complex, which will add a substantial 450 MW to NTPC’s wind portfolio, is keenly anticipated.
A Commitment to Long-term Renewable Targets
Kailash Tarachandani, CEO of Inox Wind, reflected on the importance of the Dayapar project and Inox Wind’s ongoing efforts to support NTPC REL in reaching its ambitious renewable energy goals. The completion of this phase is not just a success for NTPC REL and Inox Wind, but also a critical step towards NTPC’s target of 60 GW renewable energy capacity by 2032.
The successful commissioning of the Dayapar Wind Energy Project by NTPC REL and Inox Wind marks a new chapter in India’s renewable energy story, showcasing the nation’s commitment to sustainable energy generation and the successful application of new energy policies.