Dhaka, July 28 -- JERA Meghnaghat Power Limited (JMPL) has announced the commencement of commercial operation at one of Bangladesh's largest gas-fired power plants located in Meghnaghat, Narayanganj.

This milestone marks a significant step forward in JMPL's effort to enhance Bangladesh's energy security and support its economic growth. With a gross capacity of 745 megawatts (MW) and net output of 718 MW, this combined-cycle gas turbine (CCGT) project is one of the largest and most efficient power plants in Bangladesh, said a company statement Monday.

The project will be able to meet up to 5.0 per cent of the country's peak electricity demand.

Electricity generated will be sold under a long-term power purchase agreement with the Banglad...