The Karnataka Energy Department has proposed a solar park in Madhugiri, Tumakuru, similar to the one set up in Pavagada.

Energy Minister K J George, who announced the plan opined that the project will help Karnataka achieve energy security and enhance environmental stewardship.

“Madhugiri MLA K N Rajanna has promised to help us choose the land suitable to set up a solar park. Action will be initiated in this regard. To produce 1 MW of solar power, we need close to four to five acres of land. Similarly, we can produce 500 MW of energy if we can get land spread across 2,000-2,500 acres. Based on the availability of land in Madhugiri, we will plan the project,” George said.

According to a statement by the department, the Madhugiri Solar Park will be developed in a strategic partnership with the Central Government-owned Tehri Hydro Development Corporation India Limited (THDCIL).