NFR unveils 306.9 KWp solar plant at Uzan Bazar

By  Firstdespatch Desk   Apr 13, 2025

Maligaon, April 12 (PRESS RELEASE) In a major stride towards environmental sustainability and the adoption of renewable energy, the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has commissioned a 306.9 KWp Solar Power Plant at the Uzanbazar Water Treatment Plant in Guwahati. The plant was officially inaugurated on April 10, 2025, in a ceremony led by Shri Chetan Kumar Shrivastava, General Manager of NFR and attended by Shri Samir Lohani, Divisional Railway Manager of Lumding Division and Shri Sandeep Kumar, Principal Chief Electrical Engineer of NFR.

This state-of-the-art solar installation, developed under the Environment and Housekeeping Management (EnHM) fund, is designed to generate an average of 928 units of electricity daily, resulting in estimated annual savings of Rs. 30 lakhs, significantly reducing operational energy costs. The solar system comprises mono crystalline solar modules used 558 solar module plates, each rated at 550 Wp capacity and is backed by 08 Luminous make inverters with a combined inverter capacity of 315 KVA. 

The total project, costing Rs. 2.48 crore, was completed on March 7, 2025. Designed to power critical operations at the Uzan Bazar Water Treatment Plant, the system includes a comprehensive electrical network that extends to barges and jetties, ensuring seamless energy distribution and operational efficiency. 

With a payback period of just eight years and an expected operational lifespan of 25 years, the solar power plant at Uzan Bazar underscores Northeast Frontier Railway’s (NFR) dedication to energy efficiency, green technology adoption, and carbon footprint reduction. This initiative not only reflects NFR’s leadership in implementing sustainable infrastructure but also sets a benchmark for similar renewable energy projects across the Indian Railways network.

The project forms an integral part of Indian Railways' broader vision to embed renewable energy into its core infrastructure and minimize reliance on conventional power sources. By deploying clean energy solutions at critical facilities, Indian Railways is enhancing operational efficiency while actively supporting the national objective of lowering carbon emissions.