Amit Shah Advocates Percolation Wells and Solar Power for Urban Sustainability

Union Home Minister Amit Shah emphasizes the urgent need for percolation wells to combat decreasing groundwater levels in urban centers. He also urges citizens to adopt rooftop solar panels, promoting government schemes that cover the cost entirely, and highlight their long-term financial benefits.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Ahmedabad | Updated: 23-01-2025 20:25 IST | Created: 23-01-2025 20:25 IST
Amit Shah Advocates Percolation Wells and Solar Power for Urban Sustainability
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Union Home Minister Amit Shah has stressed the necessity of addressing decreasing groundwater levels in urban areas, encouraging citizens to take advantage of a government scheme for building groundwater recharge wells.

During a public address in Ahmedabad, Shah mentioned the importance of installing solar panels under government initiatives to generate free electricity. He prompted residential societies to engage with both these schemes for sustainable urban living.

Shah highlighted the environmental and financial incentives of such infrastructure, citing personal examples and offering administrative support to simplify the process for residents.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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