Bihar News: Bihar government is emphasizing on promoting clean and solar energy along with rural electrification. Energy Minister Shailesh Kumar alias Bulo Mandal Held in New Delhi 19th Environment and Energy Conference Underlined the progress made in Bihar's power sector and the efforts being made for energy security. The state of Bihar participated as a participant in this conference organized by the Bengal Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

conference topic 'Energy security for self-reliant India in the changing geopolitical scenario' Was. On the topic 'Electrification of every house: Bihar's rural electrification journey', the Energy Minister gave information about the expansion of the electricity system in the state and the preparations to meet the future energy needs.

Emphasis on providing electricity to every house and every farm

The Energy Minister said that securing energy needs in the changing global geopolitical situation is an important basis for self-reliance. He said that Bihar has brought about comprehensive changes in the power sector through continuous investment and effective policies.

He said that Bihar, which once struggled with the challenges of basic electricity access, now The infrastructure required to provide electricity to every home and every farm Has been developed. The power grid, substations and transmission lines have been expanded in the state and efforts are being made to ensure 24-hour power supply in rural and urban areas.

Electricity demand in Bihar near 9,475 MW Has reached its maximum level. In view of the increasing demand and development of the state, the power infrastructure is being further strengthened.

Preparation to connect 2.5 lakh BPL families with rooftop solar

Bihar government is also connecting poor families with solar energy to promote clean energy. in the state 2.5 lakh Below Poverty Line (BPL) families Work is being done to connect it to a rooftop solar plant of 1 kilowatt capacity.

The government started this program Target to be completed by end of October 2026 Is kept. After completion of this target, additional 2.5 lakh families Efforts will also be made to link them with this initiative.

This initiative is expected to help in providing clean energy to poor households and also help in reducing electricity dependence and energy costs.

2,560 agricultural feeders will be solarized

State's efforts to promote clean energy in agriculture sector Solarization of 2,560 agricultural feeders Special emphasis is being laid on. According to the government, about 2,000 to 2,200 agricultural feeders have already been solarized.

Solarization of agricultural feeders aims to provide affordable and reliable electricity to farmers and promote the use of clean energy in the agricultural sector.

Investors invited to invest in Bihar

The Energy Minister said that the Bihar government is continuously strengthening the infrastructure to power generation, transmission and distribution keeping in mind the future energy needs. There is vast potential for new projects and investments to the energy sector in the state.

He called upon investors and industry representatives to participate in the development journey of Bihar. The Minister said that new investment projects and initiatives will be provided necessary support from the state government.

Director General of Bureau of Energy Efficiency at the conference Krishna Chandra Panigrahiformer Director General of the International Solar Alliance Dr. Ajay MathurExecutive Director, NTPC Limited vijay goyal and Vice President of JSW Energy Abhishek Chatterjee Including other dignitaries were present. at the conference Bangladesh, Norway and Denmark There was also participation.