JSW Energy to expand Salboni thermal power project to 3,200 MW with Rs 40,000 crore investment

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JSW Energy will double capacity of its Salboni thermal power project to 3,200 MW with Rs 40,000 crore investment, responding to West Bengal's rising power demand.
JSW Energy to expand Salboni thermal power project to 3,200 MW with Rs 40,000 crore investment
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JSW Energy announced plans to double the capacity of its Salboni thermal power project to 3,200 MW with total investment rising to Rs 40,000 crore. The company is executing the first phase of this ultra supercritical thermal project (1,600 MW) and holds a 25-year power purchase agreement with the West Bengal State Electricity Distribution Company Limited. The expansion will occur in phases, dependent on regulatory approvals and coal supply agreements. This effort aligns with JSW's strategy to enhance its thermal power assets and meet the state's increasing electricity demand, marking one of the largest private investments in West Bengal's energy sector.
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Key insights

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    Private investment scaling in Indian thermal power: JSW Energy's large investment reflects a growing trend of private sector-led infrastructure development in India’s power sector, potentially improving supply stability and capacity.

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    Shift to ultra supercritical technology: The project’s use of ultra supercritical technology indicates an effort to improve efficiency and reduce emissions relative to older coal-fired plants, balancing energy needs with environmental regulations.

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    Integrated infrastructure strategy: JSW Group's expansion into both energy and port services at Kolkata Port shows a strategic approach to building integrated logistics and energy infrastructure in eastern India.

Takeaways

JSW Energy’s doubling of Salboni’s capacity represents a significant private infrastructure commitment to West Bengal’s power needs, signaling sustained reliance on coal-fired thermal plants with improved technology.

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