Neyveli Uttar Pradesh Power Limited (NUPPL), a joint venture between NLC India Limited (NLCIL) and Uttar Pradesh Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Limited has commenced Commercial Operation Declaration (COD) of Unit-2 (660 MW) of the 1,980 MW Ghatampur Thermal Power Project. According to NLCIL, the Unit-2 was successfully synchronized with the 765 kV grid on July 20, 2025, in a single attempt, immediately following the completion of the steam blowing milestone. Thereafter, the Unit has witnessed a swift and seamless progression from synchronization to full operational readiness.  The 72-hour full-load trial operation of Unit-2 was completed successfully in the first attempt in a smooth and uninterrupted manner, within 19 days from the date of first coal firing. This culminated in the successful declaration of Commercial Operation (COD), effective on December 09, 2025, reflecting the highest standards of project execution, coordination, and teamwork across all stakeholders. According to an NLCIL press note, with this milestone, two units (Unit-1 & Unit-2), totalling 1,320 MW, are now under commercial operation, significantly enhancing reliable and sustainable power supply to the states of Uttar Pradesh and Assam. Prasanna Kumar Motupalli, Chairman and Managing Director, …