Overview
- Transport minister and MSRTC chairman Pratap Sarnaik announced the plan at a high-level review meeting attended by vice-chairman and managing director Dr. Madhav Kusekar.
- Solar installations are planned across depot, workshop and bus-stand rooftops as well as unused MSRTC land, with the option to lease additional government parcels at nominal rates.
- MSRTC currently uses about 15 MW and pays ₹25–30 crore annually for power, while demand is projected to climb to around 280 MW as electric buses are introduced.
- The initiative sets a 300 MW annual generation target intended to strengthen financial self-reliance and reduce dependence on government subsidies.
- Delivery is planned through a public–private partnership using available renewable-energy programs, with site selection, contracts and timelines yet to be finalized.