Thermal project hits key milestone with SJVN’s Unit-1 entering operation

The Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam (SJVN) on Friday achieved the Commercial Operation Date (COD) of the Unit-1 (660 MW) of the 1,320 MW (2x660 MW) Buxar Thermal Power Project, marking a milestone in the company’s efforts to strengthen the power generation capacity of the company.

Bhupender Gupta, Chairman and Managing Director of SJVN, said that the achievement demonstrated the company’s technical excellence and the dedication and coordinated efforts of employees, contractors and stakeholders.

Ajay Kumar Sharma, Director (Personnel), commended the collective work of all involved, saying the milestone reflected the SJVN’s commitment to efficient execution and high-quality project delivery. He added that the accomplishment underscored the organisation’s strong capabilities and teamwork.

SJVN Thermal Private Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of SJVN, is developing the 1,320 MW Buxar Thermal Power Project located at Chausa in Buxar district, Bihar. Prime Minister Narendra Modi had virtually inaugurated the first 660 MW unit on August 22, 2025. Equipped with state-of-the-art supercritical technology, the project ensures higher efficiency and reduced environmental impact.

The plant would generate 9,828.72 million units of electricity annually, and 85 per cent power is allocated to Bihar under a long-term Power Purchase Agreement. The project is expected to significantly improve power availability in Bihar and the eastern region, reduce peak-hour shortages and strengthen overall energy security.