NHPC to suffer power generation loss of Rs 119.43 cr due to lockdown
New Delhi: State-run hydro-power giant NHPCNSE -2.00 % on Friday said it would suffer electricity generation loss of Rs 119.43 crore due to delay in restoration work at its three plants during the lockdown to fight COVID-19.
“The restoration schedule of three power stations i.e. Chamera-II Power Station, Kishanganga Power Station, Loktak Power Station has been affected due to movement restrictions imposed in wake of CoVID-19 pandemic. An estimated loss of Rs 119.43 crore is expected due to anticipated generation loss,” NHPC said in a statement.
The construction at its two hydro-electric projects, Parbati-II and Subansiri Lower, also affected due to the lockdown.
