Foreign Policy Watch: India-Bangladesh

In news: Maitree Super Thermal Power Project

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From UPSC perspective, the following things are important :

Prelims level: Maitree Super Thermal Power Project

Mains level: Not Much

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Central Idea

  • Bharat Heavy Electricals (BHEL), a state-owned engineering firm, achieved a major milestone in Bangladesh.
  • The 660-MW Unit-2 of the 1,320-MW Maitree Super Thermal Power Project (STPP) was successfully synchronized with the electricity grid in Bangladesh.

Maitree Super Thermal Power Project

  • Location: The Maitree STPP is a 1,320-MW power plant situated at Rampal, Mongla, Bagerhat, Bangladesh.
  • Joint Venture: BHEL is responsible for setting up the power plant, which is a 50:50 joint venture between the Bangladesh Power Development Board (BPDB) and NTPC Ltd.
  • Infrastructure Priority: The project serves as a symbol of successful cooperation between India and Bangladesh and is a priority infrastructure development initiative for Bangladesh.
  • Objective: The primary goal of the project is to establish a reliable and cost-effective base-load power production system in Bangladesh.

BHEL’s Technological Prowess and Global Leadership:

  • The successful synchronisation of the 660-MW Unit-2 underscores BHEL’s expertise and technological prowess in the power sector.
  • This accomplishment further solidifies BHEL’s position as a leading global player in providing dependable and sustainable energy solutions.

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