Ayana Renewable commissions 9.9 MW wind project in Gujarat
Author: PPD Team Date: October 29, 2025
Author: PPD Team Date: October 29, 2025
Ayana Renewable Power Four Private Limited, a subsidiary of Ayana Renewable Power Private Limited and a wholly owned arm of ONGC NTPC Green Private Limited, has commissioned 9.9 MW of wind power capacity in Bhuj, Gujarat.
This addition forms part of a larger 92.4 MW wind project and reflects the company’s ongoing efforts to expand its renewable energy footprint across India.
The newly commissioned capacity contributes to the renewable energy portfolio of NTPC Green Energy Limited (NGEL), whose total commercial operational capacity has now increased from 7,553.675 MW to 7,563.575 MW.
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