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Energy Department to Install Solar Street Lights in 2,000 Karnataka Village Panchayats
The state Energy Department has launched a scheme to fit modern solar street lights along major roads in 2,000 village panchayat areas, aiming to reduce electricity consumption in rural Karnataka.
The Karnataka Energy Department announced a new initiative to install state‑of‑the‑art solar street lights on major roads within the jurisdiction of 2,000 village panchayats. The project targets rural stretches where conventional electric lighting incurs high power costs and frequent outages.
Under the scheme, solar‑powered LED lamps will replace existing conventional lights, providing brighter illumination while drawing power directly from sunlight. The department expects the move to cut electricity usage substantially and lower the load on the state grid.
Implementation will be coordinated with local panchayat bodies to identify priority roads and ensure timely installation. The rollout is part of Karnataka's broader push towards renewable energy and sustainable infrastructure in its rural communities.
The initiative also aims to create local employment opportunities during the installation and maintenance phases, further supporting the state's rural development goals.
Under the scheme, solar‑powered LED lamps will replace existing conventional lights, providing brighter illumination while drawing power directly from sunlight. The department expects the move to cut electricity usage substantially and lower the load on the state grid.
Implementation will be coordinated with local panchayat bodies to identify priority roads and ensure timely installation. The rollout is part of Karnataka's broader push towards renewable energy and sustainable infrastructure in its rural communities.
The initiative also aims to create local employment opportunities during the installation and maintenance phases, further supporting the state's rural development goals.