India, April 27 -- As part of its energy diversification plan, state-owned NTPC is looking to set up two nuclear units of 700 MW each in the Banka district of Bihar, which could entail an investment of around ' 25,000 crore.

At present, NTPC officials are conducting a feasibility study for two 700-MW nuclear units in the district, located around 250 km from Patna, a government official said.

The Bihar government has also assured full support for the project and water availability.

Initial estimates suggest that around 1,000 acres of land would be required for these units, the official told PTI without sharing any financial information.

According to industry estimates, a 1 GW nuclear plant requires an investment of '15,000-20,000 crore...