In Short : NCRTC has installed a 717 kWp rooftop solar power plant at Meerut South Namo Bharat Station, generating over 815,000 units annually and reducing 750 tonnes of CO₂ emissions. This boosts total corridor capacity to 4.7 MWp, with a target of 11 MWp. The initiative supports green transport through solar power, energy efficiency, and sustainable infrastructure practices.
In Detail : The National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) has taken a significant step toward sustainable transportation by installing a 717 kWp rooftop solar power plant at the Meerut South Namo Bharat Station. This marks a major addition to its green energy initiative within the Delhi–Meerut Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS).
The newly installed solar plant consists of 1,304 panels, each with a capacity of 550 watt-peak. It is projected to generate around 815,000 units of electricity annually. This generation is expected to reduce carbon emissions by approximately 750 tonnes every year, contributing to a cleaner environment.
With this installation, the total solar capacity along the Delhi–Meerut RRTS corridor has now reached 4.7 MWp. NCRTC has set a goal to scale up the renewable capacity to 11 MWp across the entire 82-kilometer stretch of the corridor in the coming years.
The solar facility at Meerut South complements similar rooftop installations at other Namo Bharat stations, including Sahibabad, Ghaziabad, Guldhar, and Duhai. Among these, the Ghaziabad station features the largest rooftop plant with a capacity of 965 kWp, showcasing NCRTC’s growing commitment to renewable energy.
In addition to solar energy, NCRTC has adopted several eco-friendly measures such as rainwater harvesting systems, energy-efficient LED lighting, use of natural light, and extensive green landscaping. Namo Bharat trains also feature regenerative braking technology, which helps conserve energy and enhances operational efficiency.
Currently, the 55-kilometer stretch between New Ashok Nagar and Meerut South, which includes 11 operational stations, is already functional. Trial runs are in progress for the remaining sections. This solar power initiative aligns with India’s National Solar Mission and reinforces NCRTC’s vision of delivering sustainable, energy-efficient transit solutions.
