Government schools under the “Pradhan Mantri Schools for Rising India” scheme in Hubballi are set to receive solar power systems to create a better learning environment.
That’s why in four government schools, solar panels will be installed to produce up to 5 kW of electricity. This project is meant to solve the ongoing problem of frequent power cuts and poor electricity supply, especially in remote villages where students often can’t attend.
The initiative is part of a larger effort by the education department to promote uninterrupted power in schools. The solar energy systems will be installed in the following schools: PM SHRI Government HPS School in Yaliwal, Kundagol Taluk; PM SHRI MPS School in Galagihulakoppa, Kalaghatagi Taluk; PM SHRI MPS School in Amargol, Hubballi; and PM SHRI Government HPS No. 2 School in Alanavar, Alanavar Taluk.
Each school is being sanctioned a budget of ₹3 to ₹4 lakh for the installation of solar panels, and the work will begin soon.
Vijayalaxmi Hanchinal, Deputy Project Coordinator at the Samagra Shikshana DDPI office in Dharwad, Karnataka, said that the work to improve PM SHRI schools is already going on, and adding solar panels will make these improvements even better.
She emphasized that the project is expected to ensure energy independence for the schools, making them less reliant on the electricity grid and protecting them from power outages.
Vijayamala Korav, Headmistress of the PM SHRI HPS No. 2 School in Alanavar, expressed her support for the initiative. She said that their school already distributes millet-based meals, has a smart board, and uses computers for teaching.
However, frequent power cuts had made it difficult to use these facilities regularly. With solar energy, these resources can now be used without interruption. She also mentioned that the solar setup includes a separate energy meter and will help students learn about the importance of renewable energy in real life.
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