With reference to Karnataka's power capacity expansion plan, consider the following statements: 1. The plan focuses exclusively on industrial expansion within Bengaluru. 2. The initiative requires an investment of exactly ₹1 lakh crore. 3. The state aims to achieve a power capacity of 24 GW within a five-year timeframe. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Karnataka aims for 24 GW power capacity with ₹3 lakh crore investment

GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· Animal husbandry, fisheries & allied· Prelims· 13 November 2026

Energy infrastructure and industrial decentralization: a relevant GS3 topic on sustainable development.

Why in news

Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar announced Karnataka's plan to reach 24 GW power capacity over five years through a ₹3 lakh crore investment to foster clean industrial growth.

Background

The Karnataka government aims for a 24 GW installed power capacity within a five-year timeframe. The initiative requires an investment exceeding ₹3 lakh crore and focuses on renewable energy and industrial expansion beyond Bengaluru.

Facts for Prelims

FactTarget power capacity: 24 GW
FactRequired investment: Exceeding ₹3 lakh crore
PlaceLocation: Karnataka

Prelims practice question

With reference to Karnataka's power capacity expansion plan, consider the following statements:

The plan focuses exclusively on industrial expansion within Bengaluru.
The initiative requires an investment of exactly ₹1 lakh crore.
The state aims to achieve a power capacity of 24 GW within a five-year timeframe.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a)1 only
(b)3 only
(c)2 and 3 only
(d)1, 2 and 3

Show answer

Answer: (b) 3 only — Statement 3 is correct. Statement 1 is incorrect: The initiative focuses on industrial expansion beyond Bengaluru. Statement 2 is incorrect: The investment required exceeds ₹3 lakh crore.

For Mains

Q. Discuss the significance of expanding renewable energy infrastructure in decentralizing industrial growth and addressing regional imbalances in Indian states.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

Regional disparity: Addressing industrial concentration in urban hubs like Bengaluru
Energy transition: Balancing rapid industrial demand with renewable energy targets
Fiscal requirement: Mobilizing large-scale private and public investment for state-level infrastructure

Keywords: Renewable Energy · Industrial Hub · Regional Imbalance · Infrastructure Development · Clean Energy

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