Chandigarh, July 10, 2025 (Yes Punjab News)
In a landmark move towards clean energy and fiscal sustainability, the Punjab Government will install 30 MW of rooftop solar power systems on 390 government buildings by March 2026, announced Aman Arora, Minister for New & Renewable Energy Sources.
The ₹150 crore initiative is being spearheaded by the Punjab Energy Development Authority (PEDA) and is expected to generate substantial savings of ₹15 crore annually in electricity bills across key departments.
In a high-level project review meeting with PEDA Chairperson Dr. Sukhchain Gogi and Principal Secretary Ajoy Kumar Sinha, Minister Arora emphasized the project’s significance for energy independence and environmental conservation. The tendering process has already been finalized, and implementation will soon begin across Punjab.
The ambitious solar rollout will span 25 major departments, including Health & Family Welfare, Technical Education, Transport, Agriculture, Tourism, Justice, Medical Education, and Water Resources. Each building will be fitted with solar rooftop units contributing to a combined capacity of 30 MW.
Highlighting Punjab’s rapid strides in renewable energy, Aman Arora shared that over the past three years, 1,098 government buildings have already been solarized with a cumulative capacity of 7.7 MW. This progress reflects the state’s unwavering dedication to sustainable development.
Reiterating Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann’s commitment to a green and energy-efficient Punjab, Minister Arora said,
“By aggressively adopting renewable energy, Punjab aims to lower its carbon footprint, tackle climate change head-on, and build a cleaner, greener future for all.”
He also instructed PEDA and energy department officials to identify further opportunities to expand clean energy output across the state.
Senior officials including CEO Neelima, Director MP Singh, and others attended the meeting to discuss next steps and strategic implementation.
This initiative represents a major leap toward sustainable governance, financial prudence, and a future where public infrastructure leads the way in clean energy adoption.
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