Maitree Super Thermal Power Plant (2×660 MW) at Rampal, Bagerhat, a thermal Power plant of BIFPCL set a new benchmark by generating 771.70 million units of electricity at a PLF of 78.58% in August 2025. This is the highest monthly output since its commissioning, contributing 7.62% of Bangladesh’s total generation of 10,100 million units. For the last three consecutive months, the plant has been consistently generating over 600 million units, totaling 2,036.4 million units.
A symbol of Bangladesh-India cooperation, the plant operates on imported coal while employing cutting-edge ultra-supercritical technology and advanced environmental safeguards, including flue-gas desulphurization (FGD), highly efficient electrostatic precipitators, a 275-meter chimney, closed-cycle cooling, and zero liquid discharge systems, to ensure cleaner and more reliable power generation.
Despite reliance on imported fuel, its scale, efficiency, and consistent performance enable Bangladesh to access stable and comparatively affordable electricity, supporting industries, boosting investor confidence, and reducing the risk of supply disruptions. By strengthening national energy security and powering economic growth, the Maitree plant stands as both a source of national pride and a cornerstone of the country’s journey towards sustainable development.
