Maharashtra pushes for 602MW solar projects
Deputy chief minister Ajit Pawar and energy minister Nitin Raut have issued directives to Maharashtra State Power Generation Co Ltd (Mahagenco) for implementing 602MW solar projects in the state in three stages. It will be implemented under Engineering Procuring Commissioning (EPC) contract on land owned by state power generation company, an official said. "In the first stage, 187MW solar projects, including those at Kaudgaon (50MW), Latur (60MW), thermal power station land at Bhusawal, Koradi, Parli and Nashik (52MW) and Sakri (25MW) will be developed, partly with bank loans. A proposal will be submitted immediately for cabinet approval."
