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Dabhol is a seaport town in Maharashtra, India, with a rich history of trade and Muslim rule. It is also known for the Dabhol LNG power plant, set up by Enron and later sold to Reliance.
Dabhol Power Station is located near Anjanwel village in Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India, about 160 kilometres (99 mi) south of Mumbai. The power station was built by the Dabhol Power Company (DPC), which was a joint venture of Enron International, General Electric, Bechtel and Maharashtra Power Development Corporation. [1]
Dabhol Power Company was a controversial project to build a gas-fired power plant in Maharashtra, India, by Enron and its partners. The plant faced protests, corruption, and financial troubles, and was taken over by the Indian government in 2005.
Jul 20, 2000 · Enron began work on the 2,015 megawatt Dabhol plant in early 1995 with the help of Bechtel and General Electric at an estimated cost of $2.8 billion. That year the company began clearing ground 100 miles south of Bombay on several hundred acres of porous red rock and shrub-covered hills that make up a volcanic outcrop overlooking the Arabian Sea.
Before entering Dabhol you can enjoy panoramic views of Dabhol Power Project (Enron), creek and town from the hill top. Dabhol also has a small, amazingly hidden beach of black sand and thick plantation of sheoak (Suruche Ban).
Feb 26, 2021 · Dabhol is a 1,967MW combined-cycle gas-fired power station in Maharashtra, India, built by Enron and operated by RGPPL. The plant faced payment and contract disputes, gas shortage, and environmental and human rights protests since its inception in 1992.
Things to do in Dabhol: Discover the top tourist attractions in Dabhol for your next trip. From must-see landmarks to off-the-beaten-path gems. Plan your visit to with our handy list and make the most of your time in this exciting destination.
