India’s first solar roof cycling track comes up in Hyderabad
The solar-powered Healthway Cycling Track along the Outer Ring Road (ORR) in Hyderabad was unveiled by Telangana minister KT Rama Rao on Sunday. The 23-km track features a global design.
India’s first solar roof cycling track comes up in Hyderabad
The Healthway cycle track comprises two distinct segments.
India’s first solar roof cycling track comes up in Hyderabad
The initial portion extends from TSPA to Nanakramguda, spanning a distance of 8.5km whereas the subsequent section runs from Narsingi to Kollur, covering a distance of 14.5km.
India’s first solar roof cycling track comes up in Hyderabad
India’s first solar roof cycling track comes up in Hyderabad
“What truly distinguishes the Hyderabad track is the installation of 16,000 solar panels on its roof, a feat only paralleled by South Korea,” said KTR.
India’s first solar roof cycling track comes up in Hyderabad
"This innovative approach not only bolsters the city’s efforts to reduce carbon emissions but also solidifies its position as the most environmentally friendly cycling track globally,” KTR added.
India’s first solar roof cycling track comes up in Hyderabad
At all the access points, including Narsingi, Kollur, TSPA, Vattinagulapalli and Nanakramgua, there are amenities such as docking stations, health emergency facility, food stalls and many more, an HCR member said.
India’s first solar roof cycling track comes up in Hyderabad
KCR said the solar roof panels have potential to generate 16 megawatts of electricity.