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Storm Damage Delays Launch of World’s Largest Floating Solar Plant in Madhya Pradesh

A recent storm has dealt a blow to the world’s largest floating solar plant located in Madhya Pradesh’s Khandwa district, causing damage just before its scheduled launch. The plant, situated on the backwaters of the Omkareshwar Dam, was a collaboration between the National Hydroelectric Power Corporation (NHPC) and the Madhya Pradesh government. According to a report by The Times of India, the storm struck on Tuesday, causing significant harm to the solar panels installed for the project.

Suresh Dwivedi, NHDC subdivisional officer, described the damage as ‘major,’ emphasizing that officials are actively evaluating the extent of the loss. Dwivedi noted that the assessment is expected to conclude within two days.

Despite the setback, senior officials are optimistic about the resumption of power production in the near future. Plans were in place to establish solar plants with capacities of 100 megawatts in Kelwa Khurd, 88 megawatts in Indawadi, and 90 megawatts in Ekhand village within the Omkareshwar Dam backwaters. While the project in Kelwa Khurd village is nearing completion, reports indicate damage to the panels of the Indawadi plant.

Vijay Kumar Sinha, NHDC managing director, conducted an inspection of the solar power plant in Indhavadi village earlier this year, stressing the importance of expediting the project’s completion.

Notably, the solar facility in Khandwa district utilizes innovative technology resembling that of a hydroelectric power plant, allowing electricity generation from water. Floaters positioned atop the water’s surface are connected to solar panels, offering protection against potential damage caused by fluctuations in water flow or level.

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