NTPC: Targetting 22,000 MW in 11th Plan

NTPC is enthusiastic about its growth plans, having added 1,915 MW In FY07, and expecting to add another 3,160 MW In FY08. The power company has already commissioned 5,000 MW for the 10th Plan, and envisages 22,000 MW in the 11th Plan, since it sees a 4000 MW shortfall in the same.

It hopes to boost margins by improving operating efficiencies. It also intends to bid for upcoming Ultra Mega Power Projects (UMPPs) in April and June, and is relooking its costing and financing strategies for the same. It is open to alliances with other companies for such bids.

NTPC hopes to foray into capital goods with its 12th plan.