[2] Barauni thermal power station in Bihar came into existence in association with the Russian collaboration and came into operation in the year 1962.

[3] Bihar Government was mulling over the idea to hand over Barauni Thermal Power Station to NTPC Limited.

[7][8][9] East Central Railway will provide uninterrupted supply of coal to thermal power station.

[10] NTPC completed the acquisition of 720 MW Barauni thermal power plant with effect from 15 December 2018.

The foundation stone of the Barauni station was laid by late Dr. Krishna Singh, first Chief Minister of Bihar on January 26, 1960.

4 & 5 of 50 MW each, which are Polish made, Total capital investment in construction of both the units ran to 20.69 crore.

[15] To meet the rising demand and rapid growth of industry in the region, further extension of the power station was contemplated by adding two units of 110 MW each.