Hyderabad, Aug. 13 -- The Khanapur tank in Adilabad town is set to undergo a major transformation with a Rs 68 crore development project under the Central government's Urban Challenge Fund (UCF).

The project aims to turn the tank into a mini tank bund and tourism destination with several new facilities. The facilities will include a floating solar power plant, a floating restaurant and boating facilities.

Floating solar plant and ropeway planned

A 6MW floating solar power plant will be installed in Khanapur tank as part of the project. A floating restaurant is also planned in the middle of the tank. It will be connected through a ropeway.

Boating facilities will also be developed at the tank.

The Urban Challenge Fund was launched by ...