Solar Power Revolution: Modhera, India’s First Solar-Powered Village Sets a Green Example
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Modhera, a village in India, has become the country’s first solar-powered village, thanks to a government initiative. Gadvi Kailashben, a 42-year-old widow, shared how the installation of solar panels on her house has eliminated her electricity bill, saving her money that she can now use for daily expenses and her children’s education. This transformation isn’t just limited to Kailashben; other villagers are also benefiting. Ashaben Mahendrabhai and her family, who work in agriculture, used to have a substantial electricity bill. However, with solar installation, not only have their bills disappeared, but they also generate excess electricity that they can sell […]