Modi Launches Program for Solar Rooftop Installation on 10 Million Homes

27 Jan 2024 CW Team

Prime Minister Modi's announcement underscores the government's dedication to advancing solar energy adoption on a massive scale. The ambitious plan seeks to empower households by harnessing solar energy for their electricity needs, contributing to both environmental conservation and energy self-sufficiency.

The program aligns with India's broader vision for achieving renewable energy targets and reducing the carbon footprint. By focusing on individual homes, the initiative not only promotes green energy but also encourages citizen participation in the nation's sustainable development journey.

As the world grapples with the challenges of climate change, Prime Minister Modi's commitment to installing solar panels on millions of homes serves as a significant step towards creating a more eco-friendly and energy-efficient India. The program is poised to drive economic benefits, create jobs, and position the country as a global leader in renewable energy adoption, marking a pivotal moment in India's green energy revolution.

Infrastructure Transport

30 May 2026

Chembur Metro to Boost East Mumbai Links

MMRDA is advancing eastern Mumbai’s urban mobility network, with the upcoming Chembur Metro Station set to emerge as a key interchange and the Mumbai Monorail preparing for relaunch.Dr Sanjay Mukherjee, Metropolitan Commissioner, MMRDA, conducted a site visit to Chembur Metro Station along with Kanhuraj Bagate, Managing Director, MMMOCL. He also visited the nearby VN Purav Monorail Station to review system preparedness and ease of interconnectivity.Once operational, the interchange is expected to offer commuters across the eastern suburbs quicker access, smoother transfers and seamless conne..

Herrenknecht TBMs Drive Thane–Borivali Tunnel Progress

Herrenknecht India has supplied two of the four tunnel boring machines (TBMs) required for the 11-km Thane–Borivali Twin Tunnel Project being developed by the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA). The project is expected to reduce travel time between Thane and Borivali from 60–90 minutes to around 15 minutes while easing congestion across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.The first two Single Shield TBMs, named Nayak and Arjuna, feature 13.34-m cutterhead diameters and are designed for hard-rock excavation. They will be deployed to tunnel through the challenging geological..

KBL Launches Smart Skid Mounted Fire Pump Set

Kirloskar Brothers (KBL) has launched its Smart Skid Mounted Fire Pump Set, an integrated fire protection solution designed to improve operational efficiency, remote monitoring and installation flexibility. The system was inaugurated by Ms Madhuritai Misal, Hon. Minister of State for Urban Development, Government of Maharashtra.The Smart Skid Mounted Fire Pump Set is a factory-tested, pre-packaged solution that combines FM/UL-certified motor and engine pump sets with IoT-enabled remote monitoring. Designed to deliver a flow rate of 170 m³/hr at a head of 100 metres, the system aims to provide..