en.Wedoany.com Reported - NTPC Renewable Energy Limited (NTPC REL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of NTPC Green Energy Limited, has announced the development of a 250 MW solar power project, along with a battery energy storage system (BESS), on idle defense land in the Sitapur district of Uttar Pradesh. The plan was disclosed through a regulatory filing submitted to the National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) and BSE Limited on June 9, 2026.

The proposed solar project will integrate a battery energy storage system, aimed at enhancing the reliability and stability of power supply. The company stated that by combining solar power generation with energy storage technology, the project can continuously supply clean electricity to defense facilities in the state. This will be the first large-scale solar and storage integrated project specifically designed to ensure energy security for defense infrastructure, reflecting the emphasis on clean energy applications in key strategic sectors.

The project has received approval from Defense Minister Rajnath Singh. Once operational, the electricity generated by the solar plant will be directly supplied to defense facilities across Uttar Pradesh. This initiative is expected to reduce reliance on traditional energy sources while supporting the country's sustainable development goals.

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