The India's largest wind farm cluster is located in which state?

Question

Question

This question was previously asked in

RPF SI (2018) Official Paper (Held On : 12 Jan 2019 Shift 3)

Answer 1

The correct answer is Tamil Nadu.

Key Points

Tamil Nadu has the largest wind farm cluster in India.
The state has a total installed wind energy capacity of over 9,000 MW, making it a leader in wind energy production in the country.
The largest wind farm in Tamil Nadu is located in Muppandal, which is near Kanyakumari.
Muppandal wind farm has a capacity of approximately 1,500 MW, making it one of the largest onshore wind farms in the world.
Tamil Nadu benefits from the Southwest monsoon winds, which are strong and consistent, providing an ideal environment for wind energy production.
The state has been a pioneer in developing wind energy infrastructure and continues to invest significantly in renewable energy sources.

Additional Information

Maharashtra
- Maharashtra is also a significant player in wind energy with major wind farms located in regions like Dhule and Sangli.
- It has an installed wind energy capacity of over 4,000 MW.
Andhra Pradesh
- Andhra Pradesh has been developing its wind energy sector with a capacity of around 4,000 MW.
- Regions like Anantapur and Kurnool are notable for their wind farms.
Gujarat
- Gujarat has a rapidly growing wind energy sector with an installed capacity of over 7,000 MW.
- The state is known for its large wind farms in regions like Kutch and Saurashtra.