[1] With a total generation of 14,400 MW, it is the largest power producing plants in India controlled by state government.

[3] It has been incorporated under Indian Companies Act 1956 pursuant to decision of government of Maharashtra to reorganise erstwhile history of Maharashtra State Electricity Board.

In terms of installed capacity, it is the second highest generation company after National Thermal Power Corporation Limited.

[4] Mahagenco is the only state utility having a very well-balanced generation portfolio involving thermal, hydro and gas stations along with solar power plant.

The first 500 MW plant to be installed in any state utility belongs to Maharashtra.