Archive · 22 Jun 2025
Assam to Build 3,000-MW Power Project in Dhubri or Goalpara
The state of Assam plans to build a massive power plant!
It will be a thermal power project, meaning it will use heat to create electricity.
The project will cost a lot of money, about 40,000 crore rupees.
The government originally wanted to build it in Kokrajhar, but they decided against it after some people worried about losing their land.
Now, they're looking at two other places: Dhubri and Goalpara.
This plant is expected to bring in many jobs for people.
The government is also planning to start a semiconductor unit which will bring similar investment to the state.
Assam to build a 3,000-MW thermal power project.
The project will cost Rs 40,000 crore, with tenders to be issued soon.
Originally planned for Kokrajhar, but shifted due to land concerns.
Two plots of land in Dhubri and Goalpara have been identified.
Project expected to create 1 lakh jobs, direct and indirect.
- Who
- Assam Government
- What
- Construction of a 3,000-MW thermal power project.
- When
- Foundation likely to be laid by November
- Where
- Dhubri or Goalpara, Assam
- Why
- To boost power generation and create jobs.
Concerns over Tribal Land
Government's perspective
Land Disputes
Concerns over Tribal Land
Some people blamed the government for "trying to take away tribal land".
Government's perspective
The government shifted the project to avoid the blame.
- Project Size
- 3,000-MW
- Estimated Cost
- Rs 40,000 crore
- Potential Locations
- Dhubri, Goalpara
- Job Creation
- 1 lakh (direct and indirect)