Energy sector roadmap for Maharashtra prepared for next 25 years: Fadnavis
The Hindu
Maharashtra CM Fadnavis plans solar energy for poor households, aims to reduce electricity tariffs in next 2-3 years.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday (December 25, 2024) said his government has prepared a roadmap for the state's energy sector for the next 25 years.
The state government plans to provide solar energy facility for houses provided to the poor people under various schemes, he said at a 'meet-the-press' programme.
In the next two-three years, efforts will also be made to reduce the electricity tariffs, said Mr. Fadnavis, who holds the energy portfolio.
"The energy sector is very important, and we have prepared the roadmap for the next 25 years," the Chief Minister said.
"We also plan to make sure houses provided to the poor under different government schemes do not get electricity bills. These homes will be covered under solar energy," he said.
Mr. Fadnavis said he has also focused on expediting the completion of pending projects, especially in the irrigation sector.