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Bangladesh (Megnaghat) Gas Thermal IPP Project Our Company / Investment Projects

Bangladesh (Megnaghat) Gas Thermal IPP Project

JERA is participating in the project is to build, own and operate a 745 MW natural gas combined-cycle power project at Meghnaghat, Narayanganj, located 40 km southeast of Dhaka.

Under a long-term power purchase agreement with the Bangladesh Power Development Board (BPDB), the electricity generated will be sold for 22 years after commercial operation starts.

JERA has identified Bangladesh as a priority country for investment in view of the high expected growth in demand for electricity accompanying steady economic development. Through its participation in the Project, JERA aims to explore further business opportunities and contribute to the country's economic expansion and enhance its revenue basis.

Project Outline

Project Company name
Reliance Power Limited
Location
Meghnaghat, Narayanganj Bangladesh
Capacity
745 MW (net 718MW)
Type
Combined Cycle Gas Turbine
Fuel
Natural Gas
Commercial Operation
2024 (Planned)