In alignment with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision for a cleaner and greener India, Union Minister for Coal and Mines, G. Kishan Reddy, inaugurated a Rooftop Solar Power Plant at the Geological Survey of India Training Institute (GSITI) in Hyderabad today. The inauguration took place at the M. S. Krishnan Auditorium and marks a significant advancement in the institute’s dedication to sustainable energy practices.
The newly established solar power plant aims to reduce GSITI’s carbon footprint and promote the use of renewable energy in government institutions. It is projected to fulfill a significant portion of the institute’s energy requirements, contributing to India’s broader objective of enhancing the renewable energy share within the national energy mix.
During the inauguration, Minister Reddy commended GSITI for its commitment to sustainable energy, stating, “This is a crucial step toward environmental responsibility, energy efficiency, and sustainable development. Under Prime Minister Modi’s leadership, India is emerging as a global leader in climate action. Initiatives like the Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana empower households to utilize solar energy. The 150-kilowatt rooftop solar plant at GSITI will meet 75% of the institute’s energy needs, resulting in annual savings of ₹30 lakh, and sets a new benchmark for renewable energy in public institutions.”
S. D. Patbhaje, Additional Director General of the Geological Survey of India (Southern Region), spoke about the project’s significance for sustainable development, while Malkajgiri MP Eatala Rajender emphasized the essential role of renewable energy in national progress.
The event also included a sapling planting ceremony and the unveiling of a plaque to commemorate the solar plant, symbolizing GSITI’s dedication to environmental stewardship. Following the ceremony, the dignitaries toured the solar facility to learn more about its technical features and advantages.
This solar power plant serves as a model for future government initiatives in renewable energy, showcasing GSITI’s contribution to India’s sustainable energy future and supporting Prime Minister Modi’s vision of establishing India as a global leader in clean energy. Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy, in his inaugural address, highlighted the “PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana” and the goal of achieving 100% solarization of government offices to decrease carbon emissions.
