Pirpainti Thermal Power Plant Tender Out Now for ₹21,400 Cr Project

The Bihar government has floated a tender for the Pirpainti Thermal Power Plant. The Pirpainti power plant will be a 2400 MW plant set up in Bhagalpur district of Bihar with an estimated cost of ₹21,400 crore. With such a massive investment it can prove to be game-changer for Bihar as it would reduce the need for external power sources. Electricity would become more affordable to the common people.

Here’s everything you need to know about the Pirpainti Thermal Power Plant tender including the project details, tender timeline, estimated cost, energy benefits, and the state government’s long-term plan. You can use the Table of Contents below to navigate as needed :

Pirpainti Thermal Power Plant

The Bihar government has officially released the tender for a 2400 MW thermal power plant to be built in Pirpainti block of Bhagalpur district. Once operational, it will be one of the largest private sector investments in Bihar. This greenfield thermal power plant would increase the local energy generation and gradually eliminate the dependency of purchasing from other state making Bihar self-sufficient.

Tender Process and Timeline

The tender for the Pirpainti Thermal Power Plant was issued in June 2025. The bidding agencies have been invited to submit their proposals by 25 June.

Most importantly, the DEEP portal will be used for an e-reverse auction in the financial bid round. This will give the agencies a final chance to revise their offers. Company will have to offer lower bids to get the project.

₹21,400 Crore Investment

As per official data, the estimated cost for the construction of the Pirpainti Thermal Power Plant is ₹21,400 crore. The plant will have a capacity of 2400 MW operating with three units of 800 MW each. This makes it among the top energy projects in eastern India. This is the largest private sector energy investment Bihar has ever got.

Why Pirpainti Thermal Power Plant Matters for Bihar

The majority of electricity in Bihar still comes from its neighbouring states which is very inefficient due to increased costs and transmission losses. So once the Pirpainti Thermal Power Plant becomes operational, it would benefit Bihar and it’s residents in the given ways :

• It will reduce Bihar’s dependency on other states
• Consumers will get affordable electricity
• Power procurement cost will be lower than average
• The quality and reliability of power supply will improve drastically

This power plant is very important for Bihar’s development as the enerydemands continue to grow with an ever-growing population and need for urban development.

Land Acquisition is Already Complete

One of the biggest challenges in a mega-infrastructure project is land acquisition. But fortunately, the land acquisition has been already completed for the Pirpainti Thermal Power Plant. Important facilities like water access and coal linkage have also been arranged by the Bihar Government.

According to Bihar Energy Minister Bijendra Prasad, Bihar has created a favourable environment for investors, and this project will enable the delivery of quality power at affordable rates for the people of Bihar.

Reduced Dependence on Other States

Once the Pirpainti Thermal Power Plant starts production, Bihar will be able to generate a major portion of its own energy needs. This will reduce the electricity bills for both households and businesses. Currently, Bihar relies on costly electricity purchased from other states and that is the reason why electricity is the more costly in Bihar when compared to other Indian states.

Chief Secretary Amrit Lal Meena said that this plant will be key to strengthening Bihar’s long term goal of energy security.

Political Angle : Announced Before Elections

The announcement of the tender release has been done just a few months before the Bihar assembly Elections 2025, this could be a positive point for the ruling government to showcase their developmental work. They are expected to highlight the project as an evidence of sustained investment in Bihar.

However, we must not politicise this key development as it was very necessary for a state like Bihar. This major project is expected to boost confidence among the investors and highlight Bihar’s potential. This will also improve employment opportunities in the region. So this will be beneficial for both the industrialists and the locals.

Conclusion

The Pirpainti Thermal Power Plant is a major step towards Bihar’s self-sufficiency and energy security. The plant will be one of the biggest in eastern India with a massive ₹21,400 crore investment and a 2400 MW generation capacity. The Bihar government is very committed to solving the problems of the residents.

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Shiv Bhardwaj

I’m a final-year engineering student with a deep interest in current affairs, politics, and international issues. Writing news is my part-time passion, where I focus on sharing credible and well-researched stories. Every article I publish is backed by verified sources and multiple levels of fact-checking to ensure accuracy and trustworthiness.