The Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) is set to construct a 1600-MW supercritical thermal power plant in Chandrapura, Bokaro district, Jharkhand. According to Vijaya Nand Sharma, Senior General Manager and Project Head of DVC, the central government has given initial approval for the project, which will include two units of 800 MW each.
The project, estimated to cost Rs 16,500 crore, will use advanced technology and comply with environmental regulations. Sharma emphasized that the new plant will be more efficient than the existing 500-MW facility in Chandrapura. He also noted that the project is expected to generate both direct and indirect employment opportunities in the region.
About DVC
Established in 1948 under the Damodar Valley Corporation Act, DVC is a key power utility in India. It was created to manage the water resources of the Damodar River across Jharkhand and West Bengal. As India’s first multipurpose river valley project, DVC focuses on power generation, flood control, irrigation, and socio-economic development.
The corporation operates thermal and hydropower plants with a combined capacity of over 7,000 MW. It supplies electricity to industries, state utilities, and the Indian Railways, playing a vital role in India’s energy security.
Beyond power generation, DVC is committed to environmental sustainability and rural development. It manages reservoirs to control water flow, reducing flood risks in the Damodar basin. The corporation also runs afforestation programs, community development initiatives, and renewable energy projects, including solar and wind power.
With a focus on clean energy and technological innovation, DVC continues to support India’s transition to a sustainable and resilient power sector.
