The critically endangered Great Indian Bustard has forced the suspension of large-scale solar projects in Rajasthan and Gujarat, India. The Supreme Court of India mandated that land earmarked for these solar developments be used for conservation of the bird, which is known to fly into power lines, leaving only about 150 remaining.

The critically endangered Great Indian Bustard has forced the suspension of large-scale solar projects in Rajasthan and Gujarat, India. The Supreme Court of India mandated that land earmarked for these solar developments be used for conservation of the bird, which is known to fly into power lines, leaving only about 150 remaining. 
Key Details of the Situation:
The Cause:-
 The bird, not a small one but the critically endangered Great Indian Bustard, is at risk of colliding with overhead transmission lines, leading to a conservation-driven suspension of projects.
Location:-
 The restrictions are primarily in the Rajasthan and Gujarat regions, key areas for solar development.
Impact: -
The Supreme Court ordered that land for massive solar projects be diverted for the conservation of the bustard, creating uncertainty for many solar power developers.
Project Delays: -
Developers have faced challenges from transmission lines, causing them to hold back on projects.
Regulatory Action:-
 The Ministry has encouraged granting extensions for project delays occurring between March 2024 and December 2025. 
The ruling highlights the tension between India's goal of reaching 500 gigawatts of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030 and the need to protect the habitats of endangered species. 
A small bird has taken over a plot of land in India, forcing the suspension of a system.
  Map showing the distribution of the Great Indian Bustard . The Indian government has taken new steps to protect animal life. 

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