Dependency on hydro-electric and thermal power less now

After reeling under eight-hour power cuts through April and May, people in the city have reason to rejoice now. The last 10 days have had very rare instances of power cuts, bringing cheer to residents and industries alike.

COIMBATORE: The Tamil Nadu Generation and Distribution Corporation has proposed Rs.4,000-crore project to set up a special corridor for wind power transmission. Chairman of the corporation C.P. Singh told reporters here on Tuesday that it was proposed to connect Khaitar, Aralvaimozhi, Theni and Udumalpet through the special corridor.