Guwahati, June 1 -- Reported by Mrinal Kanti Banik

Agartala: Union Minister for Power and Housing and Urban Affairs, Manohar Lal Khattar, on Sunday said that Tripura has considerable potential for solar energy development, announcing that a 200 MW solar power project is in the pipeline with the tendering process already in progress.

Speaking at a press conference following a review meeting at the Tripura State Guest House in Agartala, Khattar noted that while hydropower generation is not a viable option for the state, solar energy offers significant opportunities for growth and expansion.

The minister said the review focused on the implementation and progress of projects under the Power and Urban Development sectors. He highlighted tha...