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Time of India
9 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
BLW installs country's 1st removable solar panel sys between rly tracks
Varanasi: In a significant step towards renewable energy adoption, the Banaras Locomotive Works (BLW) created history by installing the country's first removable solar panel system between active railway tracks. The innovative project was inaugurated by BLW general Manager Naresh Pal Singh on the occasion of Independence Day. This innovative approach involves installing removable solar panels on the sleepers, which are the support beams under the tracks. This pilot project, commissioned on Line-19 of the BLW workshop, uses an indigenously designed special installation procedure to mount solar panels between railway tracks without disrupting train traffic. The system also allows for easy removal of panels whenever required for track maintenance. In line with the Indian Railways ' vision towards renewable energy and climate change mitigation, the BLW undertook this innovative initiative. The GM appreciated and encouraged chief electrical service engineer Bhardwaj Chaudhary and his entire team for successfully accomplishing this task. This innovation complements the existing rooftop solar power plants on BLW premises, further boosting green energy generation. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 15 Most Gorgeous Women, Ranked BigGlobalTravel Undo "This project is not only a new dimension in solar energy utilisation but will also serve as a robust model for green energy generation in Indian Railways in the future," said the GM. According to the BLW authorities, there were challenges addressed before installation. For vibration protection, rubber mounting pads have been used to reduce vibrations caused by passing trains, and for strong fixation, panels are bonded to the concrete sleepers using epoxy adhesive, ensuring a robust metal-to-concrete bond. There is easy access for cleaning to keep panels free from dust and debris. The panels can be removed quickly with 4 S.S. Allen bolts for regular track maintenance. The key technical highlights of this pilot project include 70 meters track length with 15 KWp installed capacity, using 28 panels. The power density is 220 KWp/km, and energy density is 880 units/km/day. The dimensions of solar panels are 2278 × 1133 × 30 mm, with 31.83 kg weight. The module efficiency is 21.31% with 144 half-cut monocrystalline PERC bifacial cells. There are 68 junction box IP, and maximum system voltage is 1500 V. The GM said with the Indian Railways' network spanning 1.2 lakh kilometre, this technology can be widely deployed on yard lines. No land acquisition is required as it utilizes the space between tracks. The estimated capacity is 3.21 lakh units/year/km of energy generation. This innovation marks a significant step towards Indian Railways' goal of achieving net zero carbon emissions. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area.
Indian Express
15 hours ago
- Business
- Indian Express
Varanasi becomes India's first city to get portable solar panels between railway tracks
Indian Railways Green Initiatives: To move closer to its net-zero emission goal, Indian Railways (IR) is rapidly adopting solar energy as part of its strategy towards a greener and more sustainable transport network. As part of the initiatives, Uttar Pradesh's Varanasi has become the country's first city to have portable solar panels between railway tracks. Banaras Locomotive Works (BLW), Varanasi has commissioned India's first removable solar panel system installed between railway track. Sharing a post on X (formerly Twitter), Ministry of Railways said: 'Banaras Locomotive Works, Varanasi commissioned India's first 70m removable solar panel system (28 panels, 15KWp) between railway tracks—a step towards green and sustainable rail transport.' 🚆 Indian Railways marks a historic first! Banaras Locomotive Works, Varanasi commissioned India's first 70m removable solar panel system (28 panels, 15KWp) between railway tracks—a step towards green and sustainable rail transport. — Ministry of Railways (@RailMinIndia) August 18, 2025 BLW has rolled out this pilot project in its workshop line number 19 with an indigenously-designed installation procedure to lay solar panels between the rails without disrupting train traffic. 'These solar panels are not only durable and efficient but also removable allowing for maintenance and seasonal adaptation,' the railways said in a statement. Solar Panel Installation Between Tracks in Varanasi: Technical Details (Project) Source: Indian Railways Solar Panel Installation Between Tracks in Varanasi: Technical Details (Solar Panels) Source: Indian Railways Solar Panel Installation Between Tracks in Varanasi: Technical Details (Electrical Data) Source: Indian Railways Indian Railways has track length of 1.2 lakh km. The railways can utilised the yard lines for installation of solar panels between the tracks. 'In this scheme, no land acquisition is required as space between tracks are utilized for solar panels. This scheme has potential of 3.50 lakh units/year/KM,' it said in a statement.
Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
Banaras Locomotive installs India's first removable solar panels on railway tracks; boosting green energy drive
VARANASI: In a groundbreaking step towards renewable energy adoption, Banaras Locomotive Works (BLW) has created history by installing the country's first removable solar panel system between active railway tracks. The project was inaugurated by General Manager Naresh Pal Singh on Independence Day. The pilot project involves installing removable solar panels on the sleepers—the support beams beneath the tracks. Commissioned on Line No. 19 of the BLW workshop, the initiative uses an indigenously designed installation procedure to mount solar panels without disrupting train traffic. The panels can also be removed easily whenever track maintenance is required. The initiative aligns with Indian Railways ' vision of promoting renewable energy and climate change mitigation. The GM praised Chief Electrical Service Engineer Bhardwaj Chaudhary and his team for the achievement, noting that the project complements existing rooftop solar power plants in BLW premises. 'This project is not only a new dimension in solar energy utilisation but will also serve as a robust model for green energy generation in Indian Railways in the future,' Singh said. To address technical challenges, rubber mounting pads were used to reduce vibrations caused by passing trains, while epoxy adhesive was applied for strong fixation of panels to concrete sleepers. The panels are designed for easy cleaning and can be detached with just four SS Allen bolts for regular track work. The pilot covers 70 metres of track with a 15 KWp installed capacity using 28 panels. It offers a power density of 220 KWp per kilometre and an energy density of 880 units per kilometre per day. Each panel measures 2278 × 1133 × 30 mm, weighs 31.83 kg, and has a module efficiency of 21.31% with 144 half-cut monocrystalline PERC bifacial cells. With Indian Railways' network spanning 1.2 lakh kilometres, officials said the technology could be widely deployed on yard lines without the need for land acquisition, as it uses the space between tracks. The estimated capacity is 3.21 lakh units per kilometre per year. BLW said the innovation marks a major step towards the Indian Railways' target of achieving net zero carbon emissions. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area.
Time of India
11-08-2025
- General
- Time of India
Cleanliness drive at BLW Tagore Park
1 2 Varanasi: Under the directives of the Ministry of Railways and as part of the Cleanliness Campaign-2025, a mega shramdaan (mass cleanliness drive ) was organised at Tagore Park of Banaras Locomotive Works (BLW) on Monday. The objective of this campaign was not only to carry out intensive cleaning of the park and surrounding areas but also to promote awareness and active participation towards cleanliness among officers, employees, their family members, and the general public. The activities included intensive cleaning of the park and the pond on its premises, garbage disposal, improvement of the drainage system, and cleaning of walls and removal of accumulated silt and dirt. BLW GM Naresh Pal Singh, who led the drive, planted saplings, conveying the message of a clean and green environment. The GM said, "The aim was to set an example for society, inspiring others to contribute towards the realisation of the dream of Swachh Bharat – Swasth Bharat." The event saw the participation of senior officials of BLW, staff council members, members of Civil Defence, Scouts & Guides, St John Ambulance Team, and BLW Railway Protection Force personnel, along with a large number of employees. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area.
Time of India
05-08-2025
- General
- Time of India
BLW's staff pledge for cleanliness efforts
Varanasi: Swachhta Abhiyan 2025 was launched in Banaras Locomotive Works with the 'Swachhta Pledge'. BLW general manager Naresh Pal Singh administered cleanliness oath to officers and employees on Tuesday. During the campaign, all officers and employees pleged to fulfil their responsibility regarding cleanliness. Principal chief mechanical engineer Vivek Sheel administered pledge of cleanliness to officials and employees of BLW workshop. Later, all officials and employees, including the GM, clicked a picture at selfie point created for participants. The theme of Swachhata Abhiyan 2025 is 'Cleanliness is everyone's responsibility'. In the drive from Aug 1 to 15, BLW will organise different programmes aimed at creating awareness against use of plastic via PA system among railway employees, officers, their family members and public. The campaign will comprise oath, intensive cleaning campaign of railway tracks running along residential colonies, offices, canteens and workshops and tree plantation for beautification of premises. Additionally, all water treatment plants and installations, including filter plants, will undergo pre and post-filtration check for water quality, cleanliness and hygiene. There will be a campaign to clean drinking water tap area in administrative building and workshop, educating employees to ensure proper arrangement of hydrant pipes and cleanliness in workshop area and thorough inspection of all water plants in offices, colonies, hospitals and schools.
