However, Chalkewadi is known for more than just its reptilian life. The flatness and the altitude of the plateaus ensure strong winds through the day, and stronger winds during the night, making it an ideal spots for windmills. Over the years, Chalkewadi has become Asia's largest windmill farm. The state has leased out the plateau for private enterprises such as Suzlon to have windmills in the area. However, the amount of power that is generated from here, or an estimation on the number of windmills would be difficult to make.

Lizards Of The Windmill Plateau

by Anuroop Krishnan

However, Chalkewadi is known for more than just its reptilian life. The flatness and the altitude of the plateaus ensure strong winds through the day, and stronger winds during the night, making it an ideal spots for windmills. Over the years, Chalkewadi has become Asia's largest windmill farm. The state has leased out the plateau for private enterprises such as Suzlon to have windmills in the area. However, the amount of power that is generated from here, or an estimation on the number of windmills would be difficult to make.