Patna : Bihar is planning a new electricity transmission line to carry power from the upcoming Pirpainti Thermal Power Plant in Bhagalpur district to Jhanjharpur in Madhubani, passing through Begusarai and Darbhanga.
The proposed Pirpainti–Jhanjharpur transmission project aims to strengthen the state’s power grid and improve electricity supply across north Bihar. Begusarai is expected to benefit from a direct power supply arrangement linked to the Pirpainti plant, particularly in urban, industrial and residential areas.
The Energy Department has initiated steps to advance the project, including appointing a company to coordinate the bidding process for its development.
New Transmission Line To Pass Through Four Districts
The planned transmission route will connect Bhagalpur, Begusarai, Darbhanga and Madhubani, carrying electricity generated at Pirpainti towards Jhanjharpur in north Bihar.
The project is part of the state’s broader efforts to strengthen electricity transmission infrastructure and improve the movement of power between different regions.
According to the project details reported, the new network is expected to support a more reliable supply in areas that face power cuts and voltage fluctuations. Begusarai is expected to be a key beneficiary because of its industrial and residential electricity demand.
However, the extent to which the project will reduce power cuts will depend on the completion of the transmission infrastructure and related grid improvements.
REC Power Development And Consultancy To Coordinate Bidding
Bihar Energy Secretary Ajay Yadav has informed the Union Ministry of Power about the proposed transmission project.
According to the report, the state government appointed REC Power Development and Consultancy Limited (RECPDCL) as the bid process coordinator through Resolution No. 01 dated May 5, 2026.
The company will coordinate the process for developing the interstate transmission project through Tariff-Based Competitive Bidding (TBCB), the mechanism used to select a project developer through a competitive bidding process.
The selection process is expected to pave the way for the construction and management of the proposed transmission infrastructure.
New Substations Planned To Strengthen The Grid
The project will require supporting infrastructure, including new substations, to facilitate the transmission of electricity and strengthen the grid.
The infrastructure is expected to be developed in accordance with the technical standards prescribed by the Union Ministry of Power.
The bidding process will help determine the developer responsible for implementing the project. Details regarding the final route alignment, construction schedule and commissioning date were not specified in the report.
Begusarai Expected To Benefit From More Reliable Power
The proposed transmission line is expected to improve electricity supply arrangements in Begusarai and other districts along the route.
A stronger transmission network could help support households, businesses and industrial establishments by improving the availability and movement of electricity. It is also intended to help Bihar make better use of the generation capacity planned at the Pirpainti Thermal Power Plant.
For Begusarai, the proposed direct supply arrangement is expected to be particularly significant. However, the actual impact on outages and voltage fluctuations will depend on the final grid design, infrastructure development and operational arrangements.
Bihar Moves To Expand Power Transmission Infrastructure
The Pirpainti–Jhanjharpur project forms part of Bihar’s efforts to strengthen its electricity network and improve supply reliability across the state.
The immediate steps include advancing the competitive bidding process and selecting a developer for the proposed transmission system. Construction of the line and associated substations will follow the project’s implementation schedule.
Once completed and commissioned, the transmission link is expected to improve connectivity between the Pirpainti power plant and north Bihar’s electricity network. The final timeline and details of its operational capacity are yet to be confirmed.
