SJVN Begins Operations at 75 MW Jamui Solar Project Costing ₹342 Crore

SJVN has achieved the Commercial Operation Date of its 75 MW Jamui Solar Power Project in Bihar, developed through its wholly owned subsidiary SJVN Green Energy Limited at a cost of ₹342 crore. Electricalindia reported the commissioning on October 26, 2026.

How the Jamui Solar Project Was Built

The project sits on roughly 300 acres near Hadhadiya and Kakanchaur villages in Jamui district. It was developed under a tender floated by the Bihar Renewable Energy Development Agency, and the electricity generated will be supplied to Bihar at ₹2.96 per unit.

SJVN expects the plant to generate about 90 million units in its first year and around 3,522 million units over 25 years. The company estimates the project will reduce carbon emissions by approximately 82,250.74 tonnes, contributing to the national target of 500 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2030.

SJVN said the project created around 15 to 20 direct and 50 to 100 indirect employment opportunities during development and operation. The commissioning is expected to support the expansion of renewable electricity generation in Bihar.

SJVN's Solar and Hydro Pipeline

SJVN is an Indian Navratna CPSE power producer that generates and sells hydroelectric, solar, wind, and thermal power under long-term power purchase agreements with state-owned distribution companies, operating across India, Nepal, and Bhutan, according to akta.pro company records.

In July 2026, Prime Minister Modi inaugurated SJVN's 1,000 MW Bikaner Solar Power Project, developed through SJVN Green Energy Limited with a ₹5,492 crore investment across 5,000 acres. The 70 MW Dhubri Solar Power Project in Assam, developed through subsidiary SAREL at a project cost of ₹367.44 crore, achieved its Commercial Operation Date in May 2026.

Earlier SJVN Developments in 2026

In August 2026, Juniper Green Energy signed a 25-year power purchase agreement with SJVN for a 50 MW FDRE project under the SJVN FDRE-2 scheme, Construction World reported. SJVN subsidiary STPL completed the 72-hour trial run of 660 MW Unit-2 at the Buxar Thermal Power Plant on August 31, 2026, according to ScanX.

SJVN reported record generation of 13,302 million units and revenue of ₹4,722 crore in FY26, up from ₹3,376 crore, The Times of India reported.

What Comes Next for SJVN

SJVN extended Bhupender Gupta's additional charge as Chairman and Managing Director for six months from August 1, 2026, until a regular incumbent assumes charge, with the Ministry of Power approving the extension on September 10, 2026, ScanX reported.