Tripura has set an ambitious target of adding 11 megawatts (MW) of solar power generation capacity during the 2026-27 financial year as part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen renewable energy infrastructure and reduce dependence on conventional sources of electricity.The initiative is being spearheaded by the Tripura Renewable Energy Development Agency (TREDA), which is working to expand the use of solar energy across government institutions and remote parts of the state. At present, Tripura generates around 35 MW of solar power.TREDA Director General (In-Charge) Debabrata Sukladas said preparations are underway to meet the target and that several projects are already in the pipeline.
“We have set a target of generating 11 MW of solar power during 2026-27. Work to achieve this target is in full swing,” Sukladas said.As part of the plan, solar power systems will be installed in all 58 Block Development Offices and 275 village committee offices across the state. The project is aimed at increasing the use of clean energy in government establishments while reducing electricity costs and dependence on traditional power sources.Officials said solar installations will also be expanded to other government offices. The tendering process for the proposed projects is currently in its final stage and tenders are expected to be floated soon.
According to TREDA, all district magistrate offices in Tripura have already been equipped with solar panels. The agency estimates that there are 1,919 government buildings in the state, of which only 90 currently have solar power systems. The remaining buildings will be covered in a phased manner under future renewable energy programmes. Sukladas said the state government is increasingly focusing on solar energy as an alternative to electricity generated by gas-based power plants. He noted that renewable energy can play a crucial role in improving energy security while supporting environmental sustainability.
