NTPC is expected to invest nearly Rs. 11,400 crore on the 1600 MW project. NTPC presently has two projects in the State of Orissa — Talcher Thermal (460 MW) and Talcher Kaniha (3000 MW).

Situated at the Sundargarh District of Orissa, Darlipali project shall get coal from Dulanga Mine and water from Hirakud Reservoir. The equipment for the plant has been placed with BHEL and BGR – Hitachi. The forest clearance for the Dulanga mine is also expected shortly.