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PM Modi Lauds Pune Society and Diu District for Implementing Solar Energy

The people of MSR-Olive Housing Society are now running things of common utility like drinking water, lift and lights in the society with solar energy. Meanwhile, Diu is using 100 percent clean energy for all daytime needs.

March 29, 2023. By Anurima Mondal

Prime Minister Narendra Modi appreciated the efforts of the residents of Pune’s MSR-Olive Housing Society and Diu district for the effective use of solar energy. Located in the Dattanagar Ambegaon Budruk area of Katraj, the society has implemented solar energy projects successfully.

Addressing the nation in the 99th edition of ‘Mann ki Baat’, Prime Minister Modi lauded the country’s efforts towards decarbonisation and renewable energy. “The speed with which India is moving forward in the field of solar energy is a big achievement in itself. The people of India have had a special relationship with the Sun for centuries. The scientific understanding, we have about the power of the Sun, and the traditions of worshiping the Sun, are rarely seen in other places. I am happy that today every countryperson understands the importance of solar energy and also wants to contribute towards clean energy. This spirit of 'Sabka Prayas' is taking India's Solar Mission forward today,” he said.

Talking about Pune society, he added, “The people of MSR-Olive Housing Society have decided that they would now run things of common utility like drinking water, lift and lights in the society with solar energy only. After this everyone together in this society got solar panels installed. Today about 90 thousand kilowatt hours of electricity are generated from these solar panels every year. This is resulting in a saving of about 40, 000 rupees every month. All the people of the Society are getting the benefit of these savings.”

Elaborating on Diu’s progress, Prime Minister said, “Diu has become the first district in India, which is using 100 percent clean energy for all daytime needs. The mantra of this success of Diu is also Sabka Prayas. Once upon a time, resources for power generation were a challenge. People chose solar energy as a solution to this challenge. Here solar panels were installed on barren land and many buildings. Through these panels, more electricity is being generated in Diu than what is required during the daytime. Through this solar project, about 52 crore rupees have also been saved on the purchase of electricity. Due to this, the environment has also been saved a lot.”

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