Karnataka Gets Three Solar PV Projects Through Rays Power Infra

Open access model implemented in Karnataka enables access to power at considerably lower rates, offering better efficiencies and lower utility bills while reducing the carbon footprint of industries in the areas being serviced by projects built in the state.

Under the state’s open access scheme and to add to its portfolio, Rajasthan-based utility company Rays Power Infra has commissioned three solar photovoltaic (PV) projects in the state of Karnataka.

According to the company the open access model implemented in Karnataka enables access to power at considerably lower rates, offering better efficiencies and lower utility bills while reducing the carbon footprint of industries in the areas being serviced by projects built in the state.

All the three projects were commissioned in less than 100 days from land acquisition. The projects include Jhamkhandi of 40 MW capacity, Bijapur and Kustagi of 45 MW capacity each.

Speaking on the development, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Rays Power Infra, Ketan Mehta said, “We are extremely grateful to the support we have received from all stakeholders, particularly the state government with its open access policy, and our private partners who have provided extensive support.”

The company further added that its aim is to become one of the top players in India through its innovative, eco-friendly, and cost-effective solar power technology solutions.

Rays Power Infra was started by IIT Roorkee graduates in 2011. It owns Independent Power Producer (IPP) assets (both ground mounted and rooftop), expertise in the Transmission and Power distribution segment and in-house Engineering Procurement and Construction (EPC) capabilities.

The company has so far significantly contributed rounding to 500 MW capacity of solar installations. It has developed 3 solar parks in Rajasthan, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh respectively. Currently the company is working on projects in Arunachal Pradesh and Koppal.