<h1>State to build two 800 MW ultra-supercritical thermal units; central support for coal linkages and clearances</h1> State authorities announced plans for two 800 MW ultra-supercritical thermal units in Panipat and Hisar to meet rising electricity demand; a high-level meeting with central energy officials directed facilitation of coal linkages and administrative clearances and identified biomass pellet shortages as a supply constraint requiring inter-agency solutions. The central government committed to extend support under existing policies and schemes. Legal considerations include securing fuel supply contracts and coal linkages, obtaining environmental clearances and land and construction permits, compliance with air and emissions standards for thermal plants, procurement and contractor approvals, and coordination between state and central agencies to expedite statutory approvals and funding.