NTPC has received a significant upgrade in its rating from , moving from B to BB, effective 23rd March 2026. This marks the second ESG rating improvement for within the current financial year, highlighting the company’s commitment to sustainability and governance.

The upgrade reflects NTPC’s enhanced performance in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) aspects, particularly its efforts towards a cleaner energy portfolio and a robust ESG framework at both management and Board levels. The company’s transition towards sustainable practices has been recognised by MSCI, a leading provider of ESG ratings.

Notably, NTPC did not engage MSCI ESG Ratings for this evaluation. The rating was independently prepared by MSCI based on publicly available data about the company.

Disclaimer: This article is based on a regulatory filing submitted to the National Stock Exchange of India (NSE).

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