NTPC terminates major battery storage contract with G R Infraprojects

NTPC Limited has terminated its contract with G R Infraprojects for the development of a 400 megawatt-hour battery energy storage system (BESS) at the Mouda thermal power station. The contract, valued at ₹413.37 crore, was cancelled by the state-owned power generation company following issues in project execution or delivery timelines.

The Mouda power station project represented part of NTPC's broader strategy to integrate energy storage capabilities alongside its conventional generation assets. Battery energy storage systems have become increasingly critical for grid stability and managing renewable energy integration across India's power sector.

Details regarding the specific reasons for contract termination or the timeline for retendering the project have not been disclosed. The cancellation raises questions about project implementation delays and performance standards that may have triggered the decision by India's largest power generation utility.

The development comes as NTPC continues its transformation from a purely thermal generation company towards a diversified energy producer. The company has been investing in renewable energy and complementary technologies to support India's energy transition goals and meet rising electricity demand.