Kolkata: The state govt has initiated the process of setting up an 800 MW super-critical or ultra-super-critical thermal power unit at Bakreshwar, with the project expected to entail an investment of around Rs 10,070 crore.The West Bengal Power Development Corporation Ltd (WBPDCL) has invited bids from interested parties to engage a consultant to conduct an environmental impact assessment (EIA) study for the proposed unit.Officials said the new plant would be developed by WBPDCL and is expected to be completed within four to five years.“WBPDCL has decided to engage a consultant to conduct an EIA study and associated services for unit 6 of 800 MW at Bakreshwar Thermal Power Station and has sought bids in this regard. Nov 17 is the last date for bid submission. The contract will be awarded after evaluation of technical and financial bids,” a senior official said.According to officials, the EIA study will take about six months after the contract is awarded.
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