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Jindal Power Secures $470 Million Loan for Botswana Power Project
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What Happened?
Jindal Power has secured a $470 million offshore loan to fund a power project in Botswana. The loan is provided by a consortium of Indian banks and aims to support Jindal's expansion in Africa.
Key points
- The loan is provided by Axis Bank, ICICI Bank, and Export-Import Bank of India.
- Jindal Power previously raised $500 million for international expansion.
- A 700-megawatt coal power plant in Botswana is set to be commissioned next month.
- Botswana aims to utilize its coal resources to reduce reliance on imports.
- The loan facility is priced at 300 to 325 basis points over the benchmark rate.
Key insights
- The financing reflects the increasing overseas ambitions of Indian energy firms.
- Jindal Power's project could enhance Botswana's energy infrastructure and reduce import dependency.
- The loan's pricing may improve after the project's commissioning, potentially lowering costs.
Why it matters
This loan supports Jindal Power's expansion efforts in Africa, highlighting the growing interest of Indian companies in international energy markets.
Entities
Jindal Power· CompanyBotswana· CountryAxis Bank· OrganizationICICI Bank· OrganizationExport-Import Bank of India· Organization
Source
Business Standard
