40-MW Thazi, Thabyaywa solar power plants inaugurated in Mandalay

30 APRIL 2026

THE Ministry of Electricity and Energy held an opening ceremony yesterday morning for two completed solar power plants in Mandalay Region — the 40-megawatt Thazi Solar Power Plant in Thazi Township, Meiktila District, constructed by Leader Power Co Ltd, and the 40-megawatt Thabyaywa Solar Power Plant in Meiktila Township, constructed by Hanzar Solar Energy Co Ltd.

After the ceremonial procedures, Union Minister U Ko Ko Lwin stated that the two completed projects will be able to generate about 202 million kilowatt-hours annually and supply electricity to around 130,000 households. A 210-megawatt solar power project currently under construction will be completed soon, and the Ministry will continue to provide necessary support to ensure timely completion.

He also explained that ongoing power generation projects are facing delays for various reasons. Some operating plants have suffered destruction, leading to reduced electricity generation. In the transmission sector, long-distance transmission results in energy losses, and some major transmission lines have been damaged due to natural disasters and human actions. Therefore, the well-functioning transmission lines are facing excessive loads, causing frequent system breakdowns and power outages. In the transmission sector, drawbacks and malpractice have also led to electricity losses. Due to these weaknesses in the electricity system, consumers are currently using the power through a rotating system. He continued that both short-term and long-term plans will be implemented to address these challenges.

Mandalay Region Chief Minister U Myo Aung remarked, and an official of the power plant expressed gratitude. The Union minister and party then watched the documentary movie on the construction of the power plants, toured the plant area and observed the installation of solar panels from a designated viewpoint. They inspected the ongoing construction of a 210-megawatt solar power project being implemented by Shwe Swan Inn Company Limited. — MNA/KTZH