A Bangladesh–India joint power plant has delivered robust electricity output during a period of extreme heat and surging demand, according to an official statement.
The Maitree Super Thermal Power Plant in Rampal, a collaboration between Bangladesh and India, generated more than 760 million kilowatt-hours (kWh) of electricity in April 2026.
The plant operated at an average Plant Load Factor (PLF) of 80% throughout the month, with output peaking at 97% in the first week as temperatures climbed and pressure on the national grid intensified.
The facility contributed over 9% of Bangladesh’s total electricity generation in April.
It was also the fifth time the plant has exceeded 700 million units in a single month, reflecting consistent operational performance.
Bangladesh experienced unusually high temperatures during April, placing strain on generation capacity across the grid.
Against this backdrop, the Rampal plant maintained high availability and efficiency, helping to stabilise electricity supply during peak demand.
The plant is equipped with high-efficiency units and emissions control systems, including Flue Gas Desulfurisation (FGD), designed to meet prevailing environmental standards while providing reliable baseload power.
Ramanath Pujari, managing director of the Bangladesh-India Friendship Power Company Limited (BIFPCL), said the performance demonstrated strong operational discipline. “Operating at around 80% PLF during a period of peak demand demonstrates the plant’s ability to deliver consistent and reliable power,” he said.
The facility is operated by Bangladeshi engineers trained with support from Indian specialists from NTPC Limited, who continue to provide technical guidance.