News Releases

ADB Lends $250 Million to Help Build Metro Rail System in Bangalore

ADB is extending up to $250 million for a metro rail system in Bangalore that will bring substantial economic and environmental benefits to the fast-growing city.

ADB, Japan Target More Clean Energy Benefits for Women in South Asia

ADB and the Government of Japan are promoting greater access to clean energy for poor rural women in South Asia.

$300 Million Loan for Roads to Spur Growth in India's Madhya Pradesh

ADB is extending a $300 million loan for road improvements that will lead to new economic opportunities and improve access to essential services in Madhya Pradesh, one of India's poorest states.

India to Lead Solar Energy Drive in Asia and Pacific - ADB

With its rapidly growing electricity demand, ample land availability and strong government commitment to sustainable economic growth, India can play a leading role in generating solar energy in the Asia and Pacific region, ADB's Director General for South Asia said today.

ADB Extends $315 Million for Highway Overhaul in India's Karnataka State

ADB will extend $315 million to the government of Karnataka state in India for a major overhaul of the overburdened state highway system, which will help spur new economic growth and livelihood opportunities.

ADB Steps Up Investments in Clean Energy with $40 Million Funds Injection

ADB will increase support for clean energy development with an injection of up to $40 million in two new private equity funds that will target investments in promising green companies and projects across the region.

ADB Signs Joint Venture Agreement to Develop Renewable Energy in India

ADB today signed a joint venture agreement with India's NTPC Ltd. and Kyushu Electric Power Company of Japan to develop and operate 500 megawatts of renewable energy projects in India in the next three years.

ADB Power Project Set to Benefit Millions in India's Bihar State

The Indian state of Bihar will receive $132 million from ADB for electricity system upgrades that will help spur growth in one of the country's poorest and most populous states.

India's Assam State Tackles Floods, Erosion with ADB Help

India's Assam state will receive ADB assistance to combat flooding and erosion, which regularly cause large economic losses and social upheaval in one of the country's poorest regions.

ADB Provides $250 Million to Help India Turn Tourism into Growth, Jobs Driver

ADB is extending up to $250 million to help India develop its tourism sector into a driver of sustainable and inclusive economic growth.