Now Bihar will become the leader of green energy, the government started the new energy revolution: Bihar Approves Renewable Energy Policy 2025 to Boost Green Power and Self-Reliance
Patna: Bihar government taking historic initiative in the energy sector today “Bihar new and renewable energy policy -2025” has been approved by the cabinet. This new policy will not only lead the state to energy to self -reliance, but will also make it a guide of green development across the country. This step will also prove to be a concrete contribution in achieving the renewable energy target set by the Government of India and the target of net zero emissions by 2070.
This new policy has been prepared after the completion of the period of the East Energy Policy, which came into force in the year 2017 and it is upcoming Effective for five years Will remain The objective of the policy is – promoting clean energy projects in Bihar, meeting energy demand, attracting investment in the state and encouraging employment generation at the local level.
The foundation stone of energy revolution in Bihar
43.33% in new policy Renewable Purchase Obligation The fulfillment has been given priority, which has been decided by the Union Ministry of Electricity, Bihar Electricity Regulatory Commission and the Central Electricity Authority. Also, according to the ‘Edicive Plan for Bihar’, it has been specially designed keeping in mind the future energy needs of the state.
The policy has included investment-inputs such as exemption in stamp duty, land conversion fee waiver, electricity fee concession, transmission and wheeling charge, green tariffs, feed-in tariffs, energy banking, SGST exemption, carbon pricing. The purpose of these incentives is to make the establishment of projects in private and public sectors simple and beneficial.
Big goal for green energy
Under this policy, the Bihar government aims that in the state 23,968 MW renewable energy production capacity And 6.1 GW Energy Storage Capacity To be developed. It also includes advanced techniques such as green hydrogen, Jio thermal energy, pump storage, and grid level battery storage. It is an indication that the state does not just want to be limited to solar or wind energy, but wants to adopt a future focused and innovative-based model.
Single window system and facilities for investors
The government has announced the implementation of single window system, which will simplify project approval, essential permissions and connectivity processes. Options like energy banking, open access and green tariffs will give a lot of strength to private investment. Also, in this policy, special discounts will be provided in grid connectivity and infrastructure development.
Energy Minister’s approach
Energy Minister Bijendra Prasad Yadav Thanked Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and said that this policy to Bihar Green and self -sufficient energy system Is the foundation stone leading to. He said that this initiative shows the Chief Minister’s foresight, environmental sensitivity and his commitment to the good of future generations. The minister expressed confidence that Bihar will emerge as a leading state in green energy production in the coming years.
Role of Breda and other stakeholders
The responsibility of preparing this policy Bihar Renewable Development Agency (Breda) Was handed over to To make the policy practical and innovative, a comparative study of the energy policies of leading states like Maharashtra, Gujarat and Andhra Pradesh was done. During the policy making, various departments, investors and technical experts were also consulted.
Brada now under this policy on the direction of the state government Renewable energy zone, Hybrid projectsAnd Campus model As such projects will work together with registered companies and agencies to implement projects.
Energy Secretary’s comment
Energy Secretary Manoj Kumar Singh Told that this policy to Bihar Inexpensive, clean and permanent energy system There is a milestone in the direction of moving towards. He said that Green Energy is a decisive step of the state towards the future, which will give a new identity to Bihar in the energy sector.
Bihar New and Renewable Energy Policy -2025 Through this, the state has made it clear that it is not only moving towards energy self -sufficiency, but is also giving priority to environmental protection and sustainable development. This policy is a historical decision not only for today, but also the foundation of the bright and green future of the coming generations.
