India/Tamil Nadu/Kumbakonam Thermal Power Station

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Kumbakonam Thermal Power Station

A significant power plant in Tamil Nadu, known for its efficient operations and contribution to the state's power grid.

Currency

INR (₹)

Best time to visit

November to February

Languages

Tamil

Coordinates

10.967°, 79.833°

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Key facts

1Powered by coal, it generates around 4,000 MW of electricity annually
2Employs supercritical technology for higher efficiency
3Supplies power to major cities like Chennai and Coimbatore

Timeline

1989: Commencement of commercial operations
2002: Expansion to 660 MW capacity
2012: Upgradation to supercritical technology

Where to stay

Local dishes

🌅 Morning2

☀️ Afternoon2

🌙 Evening2

Vadai

Lentil fritters served with coconut chutney

Where: Street vendors near Kumbakonam Thermal Power Station

When: morning

Price: ₹10

Idli

Steamed rice cakes served with sambar and coconut chutney

Where: Local hotels and restaurants

When: morning

Price: ₹20

Arisi Paruppu Sadam

Coconut rice with lentil curry

Where: Local restaurants and hotels

When: afternoon

Price: ₹40

Kambu Koozh

Bottle gourd porridge with coconut and lentil curry

Where: Local restaurants and hotels

When: afternoon

Price: ₹30

Kambu Koozh

Bottle gourd porridge with coconut and lentil curry

Where: Local restaurants and hotels

When: evening

Price: ₹30

Pongal

Sweet rice dish made with moong dal, rice, and jaggery

Where: Street vendors and local sweet shops

When: evening

Price: ₹30