PM Surya Ghar Excellence Award 2026: Ministry of Railways' Solar Achievements, Renewable Energy Policy and Way Forward
7 November 2026
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PM Surya Ghar Excellence Award 2026: Ministry of Railways' Solar Achievements, Renewable Energy Policy and Way Forward
1. Background and Recent Development
- On 5 November 2026, Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan presented the PM Surya Ghar Excellence Award to the Ministry of Railways at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
- Railways secured first position for the maximum number of buildings solarised among Central Ministries and Departments.
2. Historical and Policy Background
- The PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, launched in February 2024, promotes rooftop solar installations.
- With an allocation of ₹75,021 crore, it aims to benefit one crore households and encourage solarisation of government buildings.
3. Major Achievements
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Ministry of Railways wins the PM Surya Ghar Excellence Award 2026 for solarising 12,495 buildings and 351 MW rooftop solar. Know the policy, targets and way forward.
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PM Surya GharMinistry of Railwaysrooftop solarnet-zero emissionsrenewable energy policyMuft Bijli Yojanasolarised buildingsenergy securityclean energy transitionBharat Mandapam