The tribal hamlets of Lakshmanapura and Billena Hosahalli in Hunsur taluk of Mysuru district have been electrified through a renewable energy project jointly executed by NIE CREST, Mysuru, and Ashraya Hastha Trust, Bengaluru.
The project called “Asha Jyothi” was financially supported by Ashraya Hastha Trust while NIE’s CREST (Centre for Renewable Energy and Sustainable Technologies) provided the technology and design.
The Renewable Energy-based Micro Grid project has illuminated 73 tribal households, besides providing street lights in Lakshmanapura and Billena Hosahalli, giving a significant boost to the quality of life in these communities, said a statement.
