The National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) has signed a power purchase agreement for a 110 MW solar plant in Uttar Pradesh to supply 60% of the electricity needs for the Delhi-Meerut Namo Bharat corridor. The ₹450 crore solar facility aims to reduce energy costs and cut carbon emissions by 177,000 tonnes annually, according to livemint.com.
The agreement was finalized to support the Namo Bharat corridor's operations, which require substantial power for its transit services. The solar plant will be located in Uttar Pradesh and is expected to provide a sustainable energy source for the corridor. This move aligns with NCRTC's efforts to integrate renewable energy into its infrastructure projects, as reported by livemint.com.
This development is significant in the context of India's push for cleaner energy in transportation infrastructure. The Namo Bharat corridor, a key regional rapid transit system, will benefit from reduced operational costs and lower environmental impact. The project complements broader government initiatives to increase solar power capacity and reduce reliance on fossil fuels in public transport.
The solar plant is expected to be operational soon, marking a major step in NCRTC's commitment to sustainability. The ₹450 crore investment underscores the scale of renewable energy integration in India's transport sector, with the 110 MW capacity set to power a majority share of the Delhi-Meerut corridor's electricity demand, livemint.com reported.