The Indian Railway is not just advancing towards passenger safety and comfort, but is also embracing innovative methods for energy conservation and environmental protection. In a significant achievement, the Ministry of Railways announced via a social media post that Banaras Locomotive Works has engineered India's pioneering 70-meter removable solar panel system situated directly between railway tracks.
28 Solar Panels on a 70-Meter Track
The Ministry, leveraging platform X (formerly Twitter), shared that Banaras Locomotive Works has successfully installed the country's first 70-meter long removable solar panel system within the railway tracks. This system includes 28 solar panels, boasting a peak output capacity of 15 kilowatts.
Saving Energy and Protecting the Environment
The Ministry of Railways has recognized this initiative as a milestone journey towards a greener and sustainable rail transport. The official report highlights that this railway project will not only conserve energy and reduce electricity costs, but will also contribute significantly to environmental protection.
Uniquely, these solar panels can be effortlessly removed and reinstalled along the track. As maintenance work is frequently conducted on railway lines, workers can easily detach these removable solar panels during maintenance and reinstall them once the work is completed.
Rail Ministry Shares Captivating Images
Alongside the news of the installation, the Rail Ministry shared numerous photographs showcasing how Banaras Locomotive Works has strategically placed these panels atop the stones between the tracks. Another striking image captures a train engine smoothly passing over these panels. Undoubtedly, this innovative step by the railways will serve as inspiration for other sectors to advance towards green and clean energy solutions.
