Bihar tops eastern India in feeder‑level solarisation

The Times of India reported that Bihar is now the leading state in eastern India for feeder‑level solarisation, a scheme that installs solar panels on electricity distribution feeders to cut losses and boost renewable supply. This initiative forms part of the state’s broader push to meet India’s renewable‑energy targets and reduce reliance on conventional power, with officials encouraging utilities to adopt the technology across both rural and urban networks. By focusing on feeder‑level installations, Bihar aims to improve grid stability, lower transmission losses and provide cleaner energy to consumers, positioning it ahead of neighboring eastern states in the rollout of this technology. Experts note that scaling such projects could accelerate India’s goal of 450 GW renewable capacity by 2030, and Bihar’s experience may serve as a model for other regions.