SJVN Buxar Thermal Power Project: 660 MW Unit 1 Achieves Commercial Operation

SJVN Limited announced on November 14, 2025, that its wholly owned subsidiary, SJVN Thermal Private Limited, has successfully achieved the Commercial Operation Date for Unit 1 (660 MW) of the 1,320 MW Buxar Thermal Power Project. The achievement marks a milestone in strengthening India's power generation capacity.

SJVN Buxar Thermal Power Project Details and Location

The 1,320 MW (2x660 MW) Buxar Thermal Power Project is located at Chausa in District Buxar, Bihar. The project is being implemented by SJVN Thermal Private Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of SJVN Limited, a Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprise and joint venture of the Government of India and the Government of Himachal Pradesh.

Equipped with supercritical technology, the project ensures higher efficiency and reduced environmental impact. The project will generate 9,828.72 million units of electricity annually, contributing to power security in the Eastern Region.

Power Allocation and Benefits

85% of the power generated from the project has been allocated to Bihar under a long-term Power Purchase Agreement. The project will substantially enhance power availability in Bihar and the Eastern Region, reducing peak hour shortages and strengthening energy security.

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Technology and Capacity

The project uses supercritical technology, which offers higher thermal efficiency compared to conventional systems. With Unit 1 achieving commercial operation at 660 MW capacity, the project moves closer to its full capacity of 1,320 MW once both units become operational.

About SJVN Limited

SJVN Limited is listed on NSE with the symbol SJVN EQ and on BSE with scrip code 533206. The company's registered and corporate office is located at SJVN Corporate Office Complex, Shanan, Shimla 171006, Himachal Pradesh. The disclosure was made pursuant to Regulation 30 of SEBI LODR Regulations, 2015.

SJVN Share Price Performance

On November 14, 2025, SJVN share price opened at ₹82.35 on NSE, above the previous close of ₹82.13. During the day, it surged to ₹84.13 and dipped to ₹81.90. The stock closed at ₹83.44 by the end of the day. The stock registered a moderate gain of 1.60%.

Over the past week, it has declined by 0.94%, over the past month, it has declined by 6.22%, and over the past 3 months, it has declined by 8.97%.

Conclusion

SJVN Limited achieved Commercial Operation Date for 660 MW Unit 1 of the 1,320 MW Buxar Thermal Power Project on November 14, 2025. Located at Chausa in District Buxar, Bihar, the supercritical technology-based project will generate 9,828.72 million units annually, with 85% power allocated to Bihar under a long-term agreement.

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