Rajasthan Leads in Solar Power Installation at Railway Stations
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Why in News | Union Railway Minister's statement in Lok Sabha highlights Rajasthan's lead in solar installations at railway stations. |
| Key Figures | Rajasthan leads with 275 solar installations at railway stations. |
| Installation Timeline | 73 stations (2014-15 to 2019-20), 200 added (2020-21 to Feb 2025). |
| Renewable Energy Plan | Targets: 100% electrification by 2025-26, net-zero carbon emitter by 2030. |
| Solar Power Goals | Install 20 GW of solar plants on vacant land by 2030. |
| Top 5 States (Feb 2025) | Rajasthan (275), Maharashtra (270), West Bengal (237), Uttar Pradesh (204), Andhra Pradesh (198). |
| Solar Energy Benefits | Renewable, clean, abundant, pollution-free, low maintenance, no transmission wires required. |