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Maharashtra Signs ₹6.5 Lakh Cr Nuclear Power MoUs for 25,400 MW with Adani, Reliance, NTPC

Target:MPSCUPSCTeachingSSC GAPrelims HighMains Medium
20 May 2026
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Source: The Hindu
Key Data:₹6.5 lakh crore25,400 MWMay 19, 2026₹1.5 lakh crore (Adani)₹2 lakh crore (Reliance)₹1 lakh crore (NTPC)
Bodies:Maharashtra GovernmentChief Minister's Office (CMO)Adani Power LimitedReliance Industries LimitedNTPC LimitedLalitpur Power Generation Company Limited
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What This Article Covers

1.Maharashtra government signed MoUs worth ₹6.5 lakh crore on May 19, 2026, for nuclear power generation of 25,400 MW.

2.Key companies involved are Adani Power (₹1.5L Cr, 6000 MW), Reliance Industries (₹2L Cr, 7200 MW), NTPC (₹1L Cr, 7200 MW), and Lalitpur Power Generation Co. (₹2L Cr).

3.The move supports India's goal of becoming an energy-rich nation and achieving zero carbon emissions, with significant employment generation potential.

The Big Picture
Prelims · HighMains · Medium

Maharashtra has signed MoUs worth ₹6.5 lakh crore with private and public sector companies for nuclear power projects, targeting 25,400 MW of clean energy capacity and significant job creation. This is a major push for India's energy security and aligns with national goals of becoming an 'energy-rich nation' and achieving net-zero emissions.

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Quick Exam Facts From News

Total MoU Value₹6.5 Lakh Crore
Target Nuclear Power25,400 MW
Date of MoU SigningMay 19, 2026
Reliance Investment₹2 Lakh Crore
Adani Power Investment₹1.5 Lakh Crore

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  • ›Total MoU Value: ₹6.5 Lakh Crore
  • ›Target Nuclear Power: 25,400 MW
  • ›Target this Data: Total MoU value of ₹6.5 lakh crore for 25,400 MW nuclear power.
  • ›Target this Nodal Body: The Maharashtra State Government's Energy Department and the Chief Minister's Office (CMO) are involved.
  • ›Target this Company: Lalitpur Power Generation Company Limited is part of the Bajaj Industries/Bajaj Udyog Group.

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Q1Static LinkageEasy

Which state government signed the MoUs worth ₹6.5 lakh crore for nuclear power generation as per the news?

Q2Statement-basedHard

Consider the following statements regarding the recent nuclear power MoUs signed by Maharashtra:

1. The total value of the MoUs signed is ₹6.5 lakh crore, targeting 25,400 MW of power generation.

2. Adani Power Limited promised the highest investment of ₹2 lakh crore among the four companies.

3. The initiative aligns with the national goal of making India an energy-rich nation with zero carbon emissions.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q3Data-centricMedium

What is the total nuclear power generation capacity (in MW) targeted through the MoUs signed by the Maharashtra government?

Q4Application/ImpactMedium

What is the primary objective behind Maharashtra signing these high-value MoUs for nuclear power, as highlighted in the news?

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