Vedanta Power Limited, part of the diversified Vedanta Resources Limited, is among India’s leading private power producers, delivering reliable and affordable power that lights homes, touches lives, and drives transformation across the nation. The company supplies power to discoms nationwide through long-term partnerships, while supporting emerging grid requirements. With a multi-state footprint and long-term offtake commitments, Vedanta Power is reinforcing grid stability as a cornerstone of India’s energy security.

The company has several plants located in different states. Through operational excellence, technological leadership, and strategic capacity expansion, Vedanta Power is reinforcing grid stability as a cornerstone of India’s energy security. Anchored in environmental stewardship, with 100% fly ash utilisation, and initiatives such as biomass cofiring, and zero freshwater use, alongside community progress, and a people-first culture, the company remains committed to delivering long-term stakeholder value while powering everyday life.

Business area of the company

The company is one of the largest private sector power generators in India.

Businesses

• Talwandi Sabo Thermal Plant: Vedanta Power’s Talwandi Sabo Thermal Plant is a super-critical coal-based thermal power plant located at Banawala in Mansa district, Punjab. The asset supplies 100% of its generated power to Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL), playing a critical role in supporting Punjab’s energy requirements through dependable, large-scale electricity generation.

• Meenakshi Energy Limited: Vedanta Power’s Meenakshi Energy Limited is a coal-based thermal power plant located at Thamminapatnam in Tirupati district, Andhra Pradesh. Strategically positioned near Krishnapatnam Port, the plant supports dependable baseload electricity supply to utilities and industrial consumers across southern India. Supported by secured domestic coal linkages and proximity to port-based logistics, Meenakshi Energy Ltd., Andhra Pradesh operates with strong raw material sourcing flexibility and fuel security, enabling stable and reliable generation.

• Sakti Thermal Plant: Vedanta Power’s Sakti Thermal Plant is a coal-based thermal power facility located at Sakti district, Chhattisgarh. The plant comprises two units and forms a key part of Vedanta Power’s expanding thermal generation portfolio. Positioned in one of India’s major coal-bearing regions, Sakti Thermal Plant benefits from strong domestic coal linkages and proximity to fuel sources, ensuring reliable raw material sourcing and long-term fuel security. 

• Jharsuguda Thermal Plant: Vedanta Power’s Jharsuguda Thermal Plant is a coal-based thermal power facility located in Jharsuguda district, Odisha. The plant forms part of Vedanta Power’s diversified generation portfolio and contributes to reliable baseload electricity supply across eastern India. Strategically located in a coal-rich region, it benefits from strong domestic coal linkages and proximity to fuel sources, ensuring reliable raw material sourcing and long-term fuel security.

Awards

2023

• Best Energy Efficient Unit (IPP > 500 MW) to TSPL by CEE National Energy Awards – 2023.

2024

• India CSR Award for Gram Nirman Project by India CSR Network – 2024.
• CSR Health Impact Award for Project SEHAT by IHW Council – 2024.

2025

• Excellence in Women Empowerment for Project TARA at India CSR Awards – 2025.
• Great Place to Work in India among Best Workplaces in the Energy, Oil & Gas Sector – 2025.
• International Safety Award for outstanding safety performance to TSPL by British Safety Council – 2025.
• Great Place to Work Certification in Mid-sized Organisations Category – 2025.
• Top 50 Companies with Great Managers at The Great Manager Awards – 2024 & 2025.

2026

• Biomass Co-firing Excellence Award to TSPL by Mission Energy Foundation – 2026.

Milestones/ Major events

• 2006: Jharsuguda Independent Power Plant (IPP) initiated - MoU signed with the Government of Odisha
• 2008: Talwandi Sabo Power Limited (TSPL)Incorporated - Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) signed with Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL); ownership transferred to Vedanta
• 2010: Jharsuguda IPP became operational - Power supply to Odisha state discom Grid Corporation of Odisha Limited (GRIDCO) commences
• 2016: TSPL became Operational - All units begin power supply to Punjab discom PSPCL
• 2022-23: Vedanta Independent Power Producer (IPP) Portfolio Expands - Vedanta acquires distressed assets Athena Power (now, Sakti Thermal Plant) & Meenakshi Energy
• 2025: Rapid Turnaround - Vedanta operationalises full 1,000 MW in Meenakshi Energy & first 600 MW unit in Sakti Thermal Plant
• 2026: New IPPs begin PPA-Backed Power Supply - Meenakshi Energy & Sakti Thermal Plant begin supply of 300 MW & 200 MW power to Tamil Nadu discom Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited (TNPDCL).
• 2026: Demerger of Vedanta Power.