₹50,000 crore investment being made in Energy Sector: Bihar Energy Minister Bijendra Prasad Yadav

Bihar State Power Generation Company Limited (BSPGCL) signed a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) on Wednesday (February 4, 2026) from the 185 MW solar energy with 282 MWh battery energy storage project at Kajra in Lakhisarai district, in the presence of Energy Minister Bijendra Prasad Yadav.

“Currently, approximately ₹50,000 crore is being invested in the State’s energy sector,” the Minister announced.

‘This is a historic day for Bihar. The Kajra solar energy project will ensure uninterrupted power supply in the State and give new strength to Bihar’s energy sector,” Mr. Yadav said. He emphasised that solar energy is a significant contribution to preventing global warming.

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“This project is not just about providing electricity, but is also an inspiration for green energy and the future,” he said.

Mr. Yadav added that this investment policy and work will ensure convenience and security for future generations as well, and the Energy Department is continuously working toward this goal.

He asserted that the agreement marks a significant achievement for Bihar in the direction of self-reliance in the energy sector.

Energy Secretary and Chairman-cum-Managing Director of Bihar State Power Holding Company Limited, Manoj Kumar Singh (IAS), said, “Today is an important milestone for the Energy Department and after signing the PPA, the path for commercial operation will be paved.”

He mentioned that during the public hearing organised by the Pollution Control Board (PCB) for Pirpainti Thermal Power Plant, approximately 3,500 people welcomed and gave their consent for the plant’s construction, which was extremely significant and historic.

Managing Director of South Bihar Power Distribution Company Limited and Bihar State Power Generation Company Limited (BSPGCL), Mahendra Kumar, said the signing of the agreement for Kajra Solar Power Project is not just a formal process, but a celebration of fulfilling a promise made to the people of Bihar.

The work on 185 MW solar energy and 282 MWh battery storage capacity is in the final stage. The project was issued a work order on July 1, 2024, and was successfully connected to the 132 kV grid on December 31, 2025 – in less than 18 months.

The under-construction second phase will add 116 MW solar energy and 241 MWh battery capacity at an estimated cost of ₹1,055 crore. By January 2027, Kajra plant’s total capacity will reach 301 MW solar energy and 523 MWh battery storage. This will not only strengthen energy supply but also maintain grid stability during peak demand.

On this occasion, the Energy Minister also released a booklet titled ‘The Power Year 2025 – Bihar Energy Highlights’ based on key achievements in Power Sector of the year 2025.