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APDCL transfers land to NARL for 500 MW solar project in Assam

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Assam Power Distribution Company Limited (APDCL) has signed a deed of agreement with NIRL Assam Renewables Limited (NARL) for the transfer of land to develop a 500 MW solar power project in Lahorijan, Assam. The agreement was signed on June 27, 2025. Under the agreement, APDCL will transfer 8,000 bighas of land to NARL, a joint venture between NLC India Renewables Limited (NIRL) and APDCL. NIRL is a wholly owned subsidiary of NLC India Limited.

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ADB sanctions $434.25 million loan for renewable energy development in Assam

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The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $434.25 million loan to support renewable energy initiatives and enhance energy security in Assam.  The project will establish a 500 MW grid-connected solar photovoltaic facility in the Karbi Anglong district, along with a grid-connected battery energy storage system to stabilize the grid and manage peak power demands. This initiative aligns with Assam’s renewable energy goals, contributing to the state’s renewable energy roadmap and increasing solar capacity to…