Varanasi, August 2025 – Indian Railways has marked a historic first with the successful commissioning of the country’s first 70-metre removable solar panel system at Banaras Locomotive Works (BLW), Varanasi.
The innovative system, comprising 28 solar panels with a total capacity of 15 KWp, has been installed between railway tracks. Designed to be completely removable, the panels can be easily detached whenever track maintenance is required—making it a first-of-its-kind solution in India.
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28 panels, 15 KWp capacity installed between tracks.
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Removable design ensures smooth railway operations and easy maintenance.
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Aims to reduce carbon emissions and cut down dependence on conventional energy.
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Supports Indian Railways’ target of becoming a net-zero carbon emitter by 2030.
Officials at BLW said this project is a significant step towards green and sustainable rail transport, utilizing otherwise unused space between tracks to generate clean energy.
This milestone reinforces Indian Railways’ commitment to adopting eco-friendly practices while promoting cost efficiency and sustainable growth in the transport sector.
