Agartala, June 6: A day after the world observed Environment Day, Tripura marked a milestone in sustainable development with the inauguration of a 40-kilowatt peak (kWp) grid-connected rooftop solar power plant at Raj Bhavan, the official residence of the Governor in Agartala. Governor Indra Sena Reddy Nallu inaugurated the project on Friday, making Raj Bhavan one of the first constitutional buildings in the state to function entirely on renewable energy. The ₹30 lakh initiative was executed by the Tripura Renewable Energy Development Agency (TREDA) and funded by a renewable energy firm based in Odisha. Addressing the gathering, Governor Nallu highlighted the significance of clean energy adoption in reducing carbon footprints and promoting energy independence. “Solar energy is no longer just an alternative—it’s becoming a necessity. With the support of government schemes, its installation cost has significantly dropped, making it affordable and accessible for institutions and ...
