The Tuticorin Thermal Power Station is a coal-fired power plant located in Tuticorin, Tamil Nadu, India. It is operated by the Tamil Nadu Generation and Distribution Corporation Limited (TANGEDCO) and has a total installed capacity of 1,050 megawatts, consisting of six units. The plant plays a crucial role in supplying electricity to the southern region of India. The power station was commissioned in phases, with the first unit starting operations in 1993. It utilizes coal as its primary fuel source, which is transported to the plant via ships and railways. The Tuticorin Thermal Power Station contributes significantly to the energy needs of the state and supports local industries and households.