L&T Wins Ultra-Mega 6,400 MW Thermal Power Contract from Adani Power

12 Aug 2025 CW Team

Larsen & Toubro (L&T) has secured an ultra-mega order from Adani Power to establish eight advanced thermal power units of 800 MW each, adding a total of 6,400 MW to India’s generation capacity. The contract will be executed by L&T Energy – CarbonLite Solutions (LTECLS), the company’s specialised arm for advanced power and low-carbon technologies.

Project Scope

The contract covers complete design, engineering, manufacturing, supply, and commissioning of Boiler-Turbine-Generator (BTG) packages, along with auxiliaries and related mechanical, electrical, and control & instrumentation (C&I) systems.

Leadership Statement

“In today’s dynamic energy landscape, where India’s demand for reliable and affordable power continues to grow, this order from the Adani Group reinforces our role as a leading partner in building the country’s critical energy infrastructure,” said Subramanian Sarma, Deputy Managing Director & President, L&T.

Partnership & Industry Impact

Adani Power, India’s largest private-sector thermal power producer with over 18,000 MW of installed capacity, is a key contributor to meeting the nation’s baseload electricity needs. This project further strengthens the long-standing collaboration between L&T and Adani Power, leveraging L&T’s engineering and execution expertise alongside Adani’s vision for reliable and efficient energy delivery.

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