The Thar Desert of Rajasthan is known for intolerable sun rays which blaze to kill and scorching heat hard to escape. The Thar Desert, which is the only natural desert in India, observes a soaring temperature of as high as 52 degrees.
A solar plant of 40 sq km (10,000 acres) is being constructed across the sprawling land of ‘Bhadla’ – a popular area in Thar.
Bhadla, a name you probably might have heard for the first time. It is neither a tourist destination nor finds a mention in the Bollywood directors’ hot list. However, it is time you know about this stupendous place. Bhadla has now become India’s largest solar park.
This barren land which was earlier good for nothing is now being deployed for the purpose of capturing sun’s rays to fuel electricity yin the nearby areas.
After the solar plant will be fully functional, an impressive 2255 mw energy will be produced here. Currently, however, the plant is not fully operational and produces only 480 mw after capturing sun’s rays and converting it into usable electricity.
At the Bhadla solar plant, more than 1000 workers are tirelessly working to ensure that the plant’s capacity is used effectively sand efficiently.
Firstly, energy from all solar plants is collected in one station from where all electricity is supplied to pan state through a 400 KV substation. Close to 11 solar plants have already started electricity production in the area.
A Green corridor is also being constructed on the same lines to ensure that electricity reaches those areas where it is most needed. In other words, the green corridor will ensure optimal allocation of electricity, thereby engendering full utilization of the resources.
The solar tariffs are correcting as solar energy is now being made available at lower rates. 250 mw tender for solar power is now being traded as less as Rs. 2. 62, rate lower than coal.
This ambitious project has also become the talk across international boundaries. This project has become a source of employment across the state. Many young boys have exploited the opportunity and become self-reliant through this project.
