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Odisha Launches Bahalda Solar Plant to Power Rural Villages
✍️ prameyanews.com
🗓 25 Jul 2026, 03:05 PM
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The state government of Odisha has inaugurated a new solar power facility in Bahalda, aiming to supply clean electricity to nearby rural communities.
The Odisha government has inaugurated a solar power plant in the town of Bahalda, marking a significant step toward electrifying rural areas with renewable energy. The facility is expected to generate enough power to serve several nearby villages, reducing dependence on diesel generators and improving energy reliability.
Officials highlighted that the project will not only provide clean electricity but also create local employment opportunities during construction and maintenance phases. The plant’s output is projected to meet the daily energy needs of the surrounding communities, contributing to the state’s broader clean energy targets.
The initiative is part of Odisha’s ongoing efforts to expand solar infrastructure across the state, aligning with national goals to increase renewable energy capacity and promote sustainable development in rural regions.
Officials highlighted that the project will not only provide clean electricity but also create local employment opportunities during construction and maintenance phases. The plant’s output is projected to meet the daily energy needs of the surrounding communities, contributing to the state’s broader clean energy targets.
The initiative is part of Odisha’s ongoing efforts to expand solar infrastructure across the state, aligning with national goals to increase renewable energy capacity and promote sustainable development in rural regions.