Himachal Pradesh's Green Hydrogen Revolution: Transforming Kalka-Shimla Railway
Key Ideas
  • Himachal Pradesh government urges Railway Ministry to convert Kalka-Shimla rail line to green hydrogen, aligning with state's goal to be a certified Green Energy State by 2026.
  • State aims to achieve 90% renewable energy in power network, with a focus on hydro, solar, and wind sources, along with expanding solar power capacity to 2,000 megawatts in the next five years.
  • Initiatives also include converting vehicle fleet to electric, developing green EV corridors, and enabling local industries to seek 'Eco Mark' certification for enhanced product value.
  • These efforts support Himachal Pradesh's vision to become India's first fully green state, contributing to sustainable development goals and India's climate commitments.
The Himachal Pradesh government, led by Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, is driving a green revolution by urging the Railway Ministry to convert the historic Kalka-Shimla rail line to green hydrogen power. This initiative is in line with the state's ambitious target to become a certified Green Energy State by 2026. The Kalka-Shimla railway, renowned as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a crucial transport link, is set to transition to green hydrogen, symbolizing Himachal Pradesh's dedication to sustainable energy and environmental conservation. The state's commitment to renewable energy extends to replacing thermal power consumption with hydro, solar, and wind sources, aiming to achieve 90% renewable energy within its power network. Himachal Pradesh is also focusing on bolstering its solar power capacity to 2,000 megawatts in the upcoming five years, with a notable doubling of solar power generation in recent years. Additionally, the government is actively converting its vehicle fleet to electric and developing six National Highways as green EV corridors. These comprehensive efforts aim to position Himachal Pradesh as India's inaugural fully green state, encouraging local industries to obtain 'Eco Mark' certification for their products and aligning with the nation's climate commitments and sustainable development objectives.
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