Nagaland Signs Agreement for 20-MW Solar Plant with Tvaksas Renewable

Why in news

Nagaland government signed a power purchase agreement with Tvaksas Renewable to establish a 20-MW solar plant to meet state renewable energy targets.

Background

The project is located in Lapa Lampong village, Mon district, Nagaland. It is planned to be commissioned within 20 months and scaled up to 100MW to reduce power import costs.

Facts for Prelims

• FactNagaland aims to increase generation capacity from 203MW to 482MW by 2034-35.
• PlaceLapa Lampong village in Mon district is the site for the new solar plant.
• FactThe initial solar plant capacity is 20MW, with a planned expansion to 100MW.

For Mains

Q. Discuss the significance of decentralised renewable energy projects in achieving India's energy security and promoting regional economic development.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

• reduction in power import costs
• skill development and local investment
• meeting renewable energy obligations

Keywords: renewable energy · decentralised power · energy security · infrastructure development

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