Jog Falls to become year-round tourism destination: K.J. George
Karnataka's Tourism Minister K.J. George has announced plans to transform Jog Falls into a year-round tourist destination. The project involves feasibility studies for water pumping systems and infrastructure upgrades to ensure safety and accessibility.
Why it matters
Developing sustainable, year-round tourism infrastructure can significantly boost regional economic growth and employment.
Energy and Tourism Minister K.J. George has directed officials to expedite ongoing development works at Jog Falls and fast-track necessary technical studies and statutory approvals to transform the iconic waterfall into an all-season tourism destination.
Mr. George directed officials to undertake a comprehensive feasibility assessment of the proposed system to pump water to the upper portion of the falls. The study should examine the volume of water required, pumping capacity, electricity consumption, operational expenditure, and long-term financial viability.
He also instructed officials to expedite the necessary approvals involving Karnataka Power Corporation Limited (KPCL) and the Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC).
Considering the challenges associated with power availability during nighttime operations, the Minister sought a technical assessment of alternative energy solutions, including solar power and pumped-storage systems, along with their operational and financial implications.
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