Current Affairs question from JKAS Prelims, 2024 by JKPSC
As per the Jammu and Kashmir Budget 2024-25, around how many Megawatt (MW) rooftop solar power plants are planned to be installed on government buildings by the Science and Technology Department?
Last updated May 13, 2026
Correct Answer:
Option D —
4 MW
According to the Jammu and Kashmir Budget 2024-25, the Science and Technology Department has set a target to install approximately 4 MW of rooftop solar power plants on various government buildings across the Union Territory.
This initiative is part of a larger "Green Energy" push to reduce the carbon footprint of public infrastructure and lower the electricity bills of government departments.
Key Highlights of the J&K Solar Initiative:
Target: 4 MW for government buildings specifically under the Science & Technology Department's immediate plan.
Broader Goal: There is a much larger phased plan to eventually solarize over 20,000 government buildings in the UT (aiming for over 300 MW total capacity).
Other Projects: The budget also mentioned a unique 100 kW floating solar power plant in Dal Lake, Srinagar, to serve as a demonstration for tourists.
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