Northern Railway has increased its solar energy capacity to reduce electricity costs and promote green energy. In the last two months, the railway added 2.2 MW of new solar capacity. This move is part of the larger goal of Indian Railways to reach Net Zero carbon emissions by 2030.
What is the current solar capacity and savings?
The total solar capacity has now reached 28.35 MW. This increase helped in producing 3.4 million units of electricity. Because of this production, the railway saved approximately ₹2.2 crore in electricity expenses.
How is Indian Railways moving towards Green Energy?
Indian Railways is implementing several projects to stop dependence on fossil fuels. Apart from solar panels, the railway is working on wind energy and electrification. The Broad Gauge network is now 99.6% electrified, covering 69,873 route kilometers.
| Initiative | Details/Achievement |
|---|---|
| Solar Capacity (Overall) | 909 MW commissioned by March 2026 |
| Wind Energy | 103 MW commissioned by March 2026 |
| Tree Plantation | 81.59 lakh trees planted in FY 2025-26 |
| Hydrogen Train | First indigenous train approved for Jind–Sonipat section |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Northern Railway ने हाल ही में कितनी सोलर क्षमता जोड़ी है?
Northern Railway ने पिछले 2 महीनों में 2.2 MW नई सोलर क्षमता जोड़ी है, जिससे कुल क्षमता 28.35 MW हो गई है।
Indian Railways का नेट जीरो लक्ष्य क्या है?
Indian Railways का लक्ष्य साल 2030 तक नेट जीरो कार्बन उत्सर्जन हासिल करना है।