Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on September 20 laid the foundation stone for Adani Power Limited’s 3,200 MW Ultra-Supercritical Thermal Power Plant at Chapar in Dhubri district. The project involves an investment of around ₹48,000 crore. It will add significant power generation capacity to Assam and create thousands of jobs.
The foundation stone ceremony brought together senior state government officials, industry representatives, community leaders and Adani Group Director Jeet Adani. The project forms part of a larger investment programme that the Adani Group has planned across Assam.
₹48,000-Crore Investment in Dhubri
The Chapar power plant represents an investment of approximately ₹48,000 crore. Adani Power plans to build the facility in phases. The company expects the first units to begin commissioning from December 2030.
The plant will have four units of 800 MW each. Together, they will provide a total generation capacity of 3,200 MW. The project will use ultra-supercritical technology, which the company says will improve efficiency and support modern environmental safeguards.
The project will become an important addition to Assam’s power infrastructure. It will also create a large industrial ecosystem around the plant.
Thousands of Jobs Expected
The project is expected to generate up to 20,000 jobs during the construction phase. Once the plant becomes operational, it could support around 5,000 jobs. The figures include employment linked to the project’s wider operations and associated activities.
The project could also create opportunities for local businesses. Contractors, suppliers, transport operators and service providers can participate in the construction and operation ecosystem.
Adani Power said the project would create opportunities for local enterprises to work with its expanding vendor network in Assam. This could support economic activity around Dhubri and other parts of the state.
Assam Targets Stronger Power Capacity
The Chapar plant comes as Assam seeks to strengthen its energy infrastructure. Growing industrial activity and urban development have increased the need for reliable electricity across the state.
The new plant will provide power for households, businesses and industries once it becomes operational. It will also increase Assam’s own power generation capacity.
Himanta Biswa Sarma described the project as an important development for Assam’s energy sector. He said the state is moving towards becoming an energy hub for the Northeast.
The Chief Minister also linked the project to the investment momentum created by the Advantage Assam Investor Summit 2.0. According to him, the project reflects the confidence that large investors have shown in the state.
Part of ₹63,000-Crore Power Investment
The 3,200 MW Chapar project forms part of a larger ₹63,000-crore power investment plan by the Adani Group in Assam. Around ₹48,000 crore will go towards the Chapar thermal power plant. The remaining ₹15,000 crore will support two pumped storage projects with a combined capacity of 2,700 MW.
The pumped storage projects will add another component to Assam’s energy infrastructure. Such projects can support electricity storage and help manage variations in power demand and supply.
Adani Green Energy Limited will implement the two pumped storage projects. Adani Energy Solutions Limited is also working on smart metering projects in Assam. These initiatives cover different parts of the state’s power ecosystem.
Investment Extends Beyond Power
The Adani Group’s planned investments in Assam go beyond the energy sector. According to the company, its total investments across power, aviation and cement in the state will exceed ₹80,000 crore. Several projects have already moved from investment commitments to implementation.
One major development is Terminal 2 at Lokapriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport in Guwahati. The new terminal became operational on February 22, 2026.
The group has also outlined investments in cement and other sectors. These projects are expected to support infrastructure development and create new economic opportunities across Assam.
Plant to Support Local Industries
The new power plant could support Assam’s industrial expansion by providing additional electricity for commercial and industrial activities.
Reliable electricity remains an important requirement for manufacturing units, businesses and infrastructure projects. As Assam attracts more investment, demand for stable power supply could also increase.
The Chapar project will therefore play a role in the state’s broader industrial development plans. It can also create demand for transportation, construction materials, maintenance services and other supporting activities.
Local contractors and suppliers could benefit from this wider demand during both construction and operation.
Technology and Environmental Measures
The Chapar plant will use ultra-supercritical technology. The four 800 MW units will incorporate high-efficiency systems and modern environmental safeguards, according to Adani Power.
Ultra-supercritical technology operates at higher temperatures and pressures than conventional thermal power technology. It can improve the efficiency of electricity generation by producing more power from a given amount of fuel.
The company has also highlighted environmental safeguards as part of the plant’s design. These measures will form part of the project’s implementation as construction progresses.
The plant’s eventual operations will remain subject to applicable environmental and regulatory requirements.
Project Emerged From Competitive Bidding
The project has already passed several important stages before the foundation stone ceremony. Adani Power emerged as the successful bidder in October 2025 through a competitive bidding process.
Assam Power Distribution Company Limited later issued the Letter of Award to the company in November 2025. The foundation stone ceremony now marks the beginning of the project’s construction phase.
The company plans to commission the plant in stages. Reports indicate that the first 800 MW unit could come online by December 2030, while the full 3,200 MW capacity is expected to follow in subsequent phases.
Wider Economic Impact
The Chapar project could have an impact beyond electricity generation. Large infrastructure projects usually require extensive networks of contractors, transport providers, equipment suppliers and service businesses.
The construction phase alone could create up to 20,000 jobs. The project could also generate demand for local services around Dhubri.
Once operational, the plant will require a permanent workforce and a supporting supply chain. This could create longer-term employment and business opportunities.
The state government also expects increased economic activity and revenue from the project. Himanta Biswa Sarma said the investment could contribute to Assam’s economic growth and generate SGST revenue.
Assam’s Growing Investment Pipeline
The Chapar project is part of a wider investment pipeline in Assam. The state government has been seeking large investments in energy, infrastructure, manufacturing and other sectors.
The Adani Group’s projects represent one part of this investment activity. The group’s planned investments across several sectors could exceed ₹80,000 crore over the next few years, according to the company.
For Assam, the focus now shifts towards implementation. The state will need to coordinate with investors and agencies as major projects move through construction and commissioning stages.
Conclusion
Himanta Biswa Sarma’s foundation stone ceremony for Adani Power’s 3,200 MW Chapar plant marks a major development in Assam’s power sector. The ₹48,000-crore project will feature four 800 MW ultra-supercritical units in Dhubri district.
The project could create up to 20,000 jobs during construction and around 5,000 jobs once operational. It will also create opportunities for local contractors, suppliers and service providers.
The Chapar plant forms part of a ₹63,000-crore power investment plan in Assam. The wider Adani Group investment across power, aviation and cement could exceed ₹80,000 crore.
With commissioning planned in phases from December 2030, the project will remain a long-term addition to Assam’s energy infrastructure.