"Beneath the Panel: The Hidden Losses of India's Solar Parks", 1 April 2025

A massive solar park in Tamil Nadu has fuelled migration and those left behind count losses after giving up their land for the project.

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A decade ago, farmers from South India gave up nearly 4,000 acres for one of the world's largest solar parks. As a result of giving up their lands, they're now struggling for survival—especially those who could not migrate and continue to live along the fenced borders of the solar park. This docu-explainer dives into their lives today, uncovering the socio-economic impacts of such large-scale solar parks across India. The story explores what it means to ensure a fair transition for communities giving up their lands for renewable energy projects, paving the way for a more equitable future.