Why embracing solar power is way to go

Vision 2030 identifies energy as one of the infrastructure enablers that has the potential to increase productivity, alleviate poverty, accelerate employment creation and improve rural-urban balance.

In an effort to enhance energy supply, the government has focused on geothermal, solar and wind sources. Several initiatives have also been launched, including the Last Mile connectivity project that is geared towards increasing electricity connection to 70 per cent by 2017 through reduction of connection fees.