Bokaro Steel Plant Expansion: Production Capacity to Rise to 7.55 MTPA

Bokaro: The Union minister of state for steel, Bhupathiraju Srinivasa Varma on Monday said that discussions are underway on the brownfield expansion project of the Bokaro Steel Plant (BSL), aimed at increasing its production capacity from 5.25 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) to 7.55 MTPA.He was here in Bokaro to formally inaugurate the 25th Jantatiya Khel Mahotsav which is being held from Dec 28-30. Reiterating the Centre’s commitment, the minister said, “Discussion is on for the brownfield expansion project of BSL to enhance its production capacity. We will do it definitely.”During his visit, Varma also held a review meeting with senior officials of BSL at Bokaro Niwas. The minister was briefed through a detailed presentation on BSL’s production achievements, ongoing and proposed projects, medical services, material management and other major activities.It is to be mentioned that the proposed expansion of BSL aligns with India’s push for self-reliance in steel production and is in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of achieving 300 MTPA steel capacity by 2030. The project is expected to involve significant capital investment and the adoption of advanced technologies, giving a boost to the steel sector.The expansion is also projected to generate substantial employment opportunities in the region, including around 2,500 permanent jobs and nearly 10,000 indirect jobs. Additionally, the project is expected to attract an investment of about Rs 25,000 crore to Jharkhand, contributing significantly to the state’s economic and industrial growth.