WB corp wants another 500 MW unit at existing project site

The West Bengal Power Development Corporation (WB Corp) has asked BHEL to accommodate another 500 MW power plant at the same location where two of its units are under construction. The corporation is setting up two 500 MW units at Sagardighi in Murshidabad district. It gave BHEL the contract for setting up the twin units, which are expected to start commercial generation by early 2014.Contact: The West Bengal Power Development Corporation Ltd. Tel: 033-2339 3100.  E-mail: wbpdcl@wbpdcl.co.in Website: www.wbpdcl.co.in