Engineers and officials review plans for the nuclear power project in a site tent.
State-owned power giant NTPC is actively exploring the development of two 700 MW nuclear power units, totaling 1,400 MW, in the Banka district of Bihar. This potential project represents a substantial commitment to diversifying India’s energy portfolio and could involve an investment upwards of Rs 25,000 crore.
NTPC officials are currently undertaking a comprehensive feasibility study to assess the viability and technical aspects of the proposed nuclear power plant. The Bihar government has reportedly expressed its full support for the initiative, underscoring the project’s strategic importance for the region’s energy security and economic development.
This endeavor aligns with India’s broader national objectives, which include achieving 100 GW of nuclear capacity by 2047. For NTPC, the plan is to establish 2 GW of nuclear capacity by 2032, making this Bihar project a key step in that direction. The move highlights the growing interest in nuclear power as a stable and carbon-free energy source to meet the country’s escalating power demands.
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