New Delhi, 01.09.2025: Adani Power Limited, India’s largest private thermal power producer, has secured a major contract to set up a new power plant in Madhya Pradesh. The company has received a Letter of Award (LoA) from MP Power Management Company Limited (MPPMCL) to supply electricity from an 800 megawatt ultra-supercritical coal-based power plant that will be built in the Anuppur district.
The project involves an investment of about ₹10,500 crore. It will be developed under the Design-Build-Finance-Own-Operate model, meaning Adani Power will be responsible for every stage, including construction, financing, ownership, and day-to-day operations once the plant becomes functional. The timeline for the project is set at 54 months, or roughly four and a half years, from the time official work begins. To ensure fuel security, the coal supply will be allocated through the central government’s SHAKTI policy, which provides fuel to new thermal projects across the country.
Adani Power won the contract by offering one of the lowest tariffs in the bidding process at ₹5.838 per unit of electricity. This competitive rate is expected to make electricity more affordable for consumers in Madhya Pradesh, benefitting both households and industries. With the state experiencing growing demand for power due to rapid urbanization, industrial expansion, and population growth, the new plant will help strengthen the supply of reliable, round-the-clock electricity.
Apart from supporting the state’s energy needs, the project is also expected to give a major boost to the local economy. During the construction phase, between 6,000 and 7,000 jobs are likely to be created, while the plant’s operations will generate around 1,000 permanent positions. This employment generation will benefit the region and provide opportunities for skilled and semi-skilled workers.
For Adani Power, this contract marks another important step in its larger strategy of expanding power generation capacity across India. In the past year, the company has secured several major power supply agreements with different states. In September 2024, Adani Power, along with Adani Green Energy, won a contract in Maharashtra to supply 6,600 megawatts, a mix of solar and thermal energy. In May 2025, the company received a Letter of Award for 1,600 megawatts in Uttar Pradesh. More recently, in August 2025, it won another contract to supply 2,400 megawatts of power to Bihar.
The upcoming 800 megawatt plant in Madhya Pradesh will be based on ultra-supercritical technology, which is more advanced and efficient compared to older coal plants. This technology allows higher energy output with lower coal consumption, making it cost-effective and slightly more environmentally friendly compared to conventional plants. By using this method, the plant will not only reduce fuel costs but also contribute to better efficiency in India’s thermal power sector.
For Madhya Pradesh, the project means a stronger and more stable electricity supply, reduced chances of power cuts, and more affordable energy for both urban and rural consumers. For Adani Power, it represents another step in strengthening its role as a leading private energy supplier in the country, while also showcasing its ability to deliver large-scale projects that support India’s growing energy needs.
