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==Proposed 800 MW expansion==
In January 2012, it was reported that the Andhra Pradesh government has decided to utilise the vacant space at three existing coal plants to generate an additional 2,400 MW of power. The three plants are [[Vijayawada Thermal Power Station]], the [[Krishnapatnam power station]], and the Kothagudem Thermal Power Station, each of which would add 800 MW.<Ref>[http://bit.ly/ztrAMS "AP to increase capacity in 3 power plants,"] Industry Monitor, January 22, 2012</ref>
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister directed AP Genco to commence work on the three projects in February 2013.<ref>[http://www.thehindubusinessline.com/news/states/apgenco-asked-to-begin-work-on-3-projects/article4417743.ece "APGenco asked to begin work on 3 projects,"] The Hindu Business Line, Feb 15, 2013.</ref>
==Installed Capacity==
