SJVN Ltd, a prominent state-owned power producer in India, has recently obtained approval from the Ministry of Finance to form four joint venture entities dedicated to advancing hydro and renewable projects. This ambitious move is set to significantly boost renewable energy production in both India and Nepal, aligning with broader sustainability goals.
The joint ventures will focus on the development of projects with a combined capacity of 8,778 megawatts (MW). Three of these ventures will be led by SJVN, while the fourth will be spearheaded by its wholly-owned subsidiary, SJVN Green Energy Ltd (SGEL).
One of the key joint ventures involves a collaboration with Maharashtra State Power Generation Company Ltd, aiming to develop 5,000 MW of Renewable Energy Projects. Another significant partnership is with the Government of Arunachal Pradesh and Navyuga Engineering Company Ltd for the 1,878 MW Oju Hydro Electric Project in Arunachal Pradesh. Additionally, SJVN is partnering with the Nepal Electricity Authority and GMR Energy Limited for the 900 MW Upper Karnali Hydro Electric Project in Nepal, where both SJVN and GMR will have equal equity participation. The fourth venture, led by SGEL, will join forces with Assam Power Development Company Ltd to develop 1,000 MW of renewable energy projects in Assam.
Furthermore, SJVN has recently secured a significant financing facility of ₹100 billion (approximately $1.2 billion) to fund its upcoming renewable energy projects. This move is notable as it marks the first transaction of its kind undertaken by a public sector undertaking in India. The financing, raised through a consortium of national and international banks, demonstrates the strong confidence in SJVN’s commitment to expanding its renewable energy portfolio.
This series of developments reflects SJVN’s strategic shift towards diversifying its energy portfolio, which now includes hydro, thermal, solar, and wind energy, along with power transmission and trading. The company has established a strong presence in the Indian power sector with a project portfolio exceeding 56,000 MW, spanning across India and Nepal.
The successful implementation of these projects is expected not only to bolster renewable energy capacity in the region but also to create significant employment opportunities, stimulate local economies, and contribute to India’s goal of achieving 500 GW of renewable energy by 2030.
These developments have also positively impacted SJVN’s market presence, with its shares experiencing a notable surge following the announcement of these joint ventures.