KOPPAL, Karnataka – In a significant boost to Karnataka’s renewable energy sector Inox Wind a leading manufacturer of wind turbine generators has announced plans to invest ₹400 crore to establish a new manufacturing facility in the Kyadigoppa Industrial Area, Kushtagi taluk.
The project, which has been allocated land by the Karnataka Industrial Areas Development Board (KIADB), is expected to generate approximately 1,000 direct jobs in the region, providing a substantial economic impetus.
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A Phased Investment in Green Technology
The investment will be deployed in two phases with ₹300 crore allocated for the first phase and the remaining ₹100 crore for the second. The new plant will be dedicated to manufacturing critical wind turbine components including large blades, towers and pillars.
This expansion is set to significantly strengthen Inox Wind’s production capabilities and solidify Karnataka’s position as a key hub for renewable energy manufacturing in India.
Strategic Location for Logistics
The finalization of the location highlights the critical importance of infrastructure for heavy industries. According to Large and Medium Industries Minister M. B. Patil, the company’s Executive Director, Devansh Jain had specifically requested land adjacent to a National Highway.
Minister Patil stated, “He explained that locating the unit in an area without wide good-quality roads would not be viable for transporting massive blades and towers.” This requirement led the company to choose Koppal over its initial interest in Vijayapura district where suitable land near a highway was not available.
The strategic location in the Kyadigoppa Industrial Area with its direct access to the National Highway, will ensure the efficient and cost-effective transportation of these oversized components to project sites across the country.
Boosting Karnataka’s Green Economy
This investment is a direct contribution to both India’s green energy transition and the “Make in India” initiative. By establishing a state-of-the-art manufacturing base in Karnataka, Inox Wind is helping to build a domestic supply chain for the wind energy sector reducing import dependence and creating a skilled workforce in the state.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What is Inox Wind?
Inox Wind is a leading Indian manufacturer of wind turbine generators and their components, playing a key role in the country’s renewable energy sector.
2. Where will the new plant be located?
The new manufacturing facility will be set up in the Kyadigoppa Industrial Area in Kushtagi taluk, Koppal district, Karnataka.
3. What is the total investment and how is it structured?
The total investment is ₹400 crore. This will be deployed in two phases: ₹300 crore in the first phase and ₹100 crore in the second phase.
4. How many jobs will this project create?
The project is expected to generate around 1,000 direct employment opportunities for the local population.
5. Why was Koppal chosen over Vijayapura for the plant?
The company required land directly adjacent to a National Highway to facilitate the transport of massive wind turbine blades and towers. While Vijayapura was initially considered, Koppal offered a suitable industrial plot with the necessary highway connectivity.
6. What will the new facility manufacture?
The plant will produce essential wind turbine components, including towers, blades, and pillars.
7. Who is providing the land for the project?
The Karnataka Industrial Areas Development Board (KIADB) has allocated the land for the project.
