BGR Energy Systems has announced that it has received a termination letter from Tamil Nadu Power Generation Corporation Ltd (TNPGCL), formerly known as TANGEDCO. The termination relates to the ₹2,600.02 crore EPC contract awarded for the Balance of Plant (BOP) and allied civil works at the 1 x 800 MW North Chennai Super Critical Thermal Power Project, Stage III.
The official termination order was dated July 18, 2025, and was received by the company on July 22, 2025.
In the exchange filings, BGR Energy Systems shared, “We hereby inform you that the company has received ‘termination of contract’ letter from Tamil Nadu Power Generation Corporation Ltd (TNGCPL) (erstwhile TANGEDCO). This is with respect to establishment of 1 x 800 MW North Chennai Super Critical Thermal Power Project, Stage III – Balance of Plant (BOP) package along with allied civil works EPC contract of value Rs 2600.02 Crores”
According to the disclosure, TNPGCL cited key project obligations not being fulfilled, incomplete critical systems, and lapses in insurance renewals and guarantee extensions as the reasons behind the decision.
BGR Energy, however, noted that the matter is currently under arbitration before the Hon’ble High Court of Madras and expressed hope for a favorable resolution. The company also clarified that the termination does not have any significant impact on its financials or operations at this stage.
