NHPC was incorporated on November 7, 1975 under the Companies Act as a private limited company under the name National Hydro Electric Power Corporation Private Limited. The company was converted to a public limited company with effect from April 2, 1986. The promoter of the company is the President of India acting through the MoP, GoI and currently holds 100% of the paid-up share capital of the company.

NHPC Limited has become the largest organisation for hydropower development in India, with capabilities to undertake all the activities from conceptualization to commissioning in relation to setting up of hydro projects. NHPC has also diversified in the field of Solar & Wind power.

Business area of the company:

NHPC is principally engaged in the construction and operation of hydroelectric power projects.

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Market Cap	42,239 Cr		EPS	4.9		High	42.7
Stock P/E	8.5		Net Profit Margin	43.6		Low	41.9

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