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The state of Gujarat has been promoting wind power generation in the state. The State, blessed with a long coast line and good wind speeds for harnessing of the wind energy, has successfully installed more than 3000 MW wind capacity. The main objective of this policy is to make optimal utilization of the wind energy potential in the state. The policy will remain in operation till 31 March 2016. The wind turbine generators (WTGs) installed and commissioned during the operative period shall become eligible for the incentives declared under this policy, for a period of 25 years from the date of commissioning. The electricity generated from the WTGs shall be exempted from payment of electricity duty. The sale of electricity generated from the WTGs shall also be allowed to a third party as per rules. The wheeling of electricity generated from the WTGs, to the desired location(s) within the state, shall be allowed on payment of transmission charges and as per and transmission losses applicable. The WTGs may be set up on private land, or revenue wasteland allotted by the state government.