Maharashtra to generate 5,220 MW renewable power, create 6,760 new jobs

In a major initiative, the Maharashtra government has signed MoUs to set up projects to generate 5,220-MW of renewable energy at a cost of Rs 41,000-crore and a job creation potential for 6,760, an official said here on Wednesday.

Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said that more emphasis is being laid on setting up solar, wind and other renewable energy projects in the state.

In this direction, the Mahagenco, Mahatransco and Mahavitaran have signed agreements with various agencies to set up projects for the 5,220-MW power generation.

For this purpose, the Maharashtra State Power Generation Co. (Mahagenco) has tied up with the Mahatma Phule Agricultural University, the Maharashtra Energy Development Agency (Mahaurja), Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam Ltd.