Current Affairs - State - Discussion

NTPC announced plans to establish a nuclear power project in Bihar, as revealed by CMD Gurdeep Singh at the 'Bihar Business Connect 2024' summit. This initiative will be carried out under the ASHVINI joint venture, where NPCIL holds a 51% stake, and NTPC holds 49%. NTPC, with an installed capacity of 76,531 MW spanning thermal, solar, and wind energy, is expanding into nuclear energy, marking a significant milestone in its diversification and contribution to India’s energy sector.