Tripura sets 11 MW solar power target under renewable energy push in 2026-27
As part of the expansion plan, solar power systems will be installed in all 58 Block Development Offices and 275 village committee offices across the State.
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Agartala, June 22: Tripura has set an ambitious target of adding 11 MW of solar power generation during the 2026-27 financial year as part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen renewable energy infrastructure and reduce dependence on conventional power sources.
The initiative is being spearheaded by the Tripura Renewable Energy Development Agency (TREDA), which is accelerating the adoption of clean energy solutions across government establishments and remote regions of the state. At present, Tripura generates approximately 35 MW of solar power.
TREDA Director General (in-charge) Debabrata Sukladas said the agency has intensified efforts to achieve the target, with a major focus on expanding solar infrastructure in public institutions.
As part of the expansion plan, solar power systems will be installed in all 58 Block Development Offices and 275 village committee offices across the State. The move is expected to significantly increase the use of renewable energy in government operations while reducing electricity costs.
Sukladas said solar installations will also be extended to other government offices. The tendering process for the project is currently in its final stage and is expected to be floated shortly.
He informed that all district magistrate offices in Tripura have already been equipped with solar power systems, reflecting the government's commitment to promoting sustainable energy practices.
Officials said the State government is increasingly prioritising solar energy as a viable and sustainable alternative to electricity generated through gas-based power plants. The transition is expected to contribute to energy security, lower carbon emissions and support long-term environmental sustainability.
Sukladas also highlighted the importance of solar energy in Tripura's hilly and remote regions, where extending conventional power infrastructure is often challenging and economically unviable due to difficult terrain and scattered populations.
"We are trying to offer an effective solution for providing reliable electricity in remote locations where grid connectivity is difficult and cost-effective, "he said.
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