Shri Pralhad Joshi, Hon’ble Union Minister of New and Renewable Energy, Consumer Affairs,
Food and Public Distribution, in the presence of Shri Shripad Yesso Naik, Minister of State
for Power and New & Renewable Energy, flagged off 10 battery-operated vehicles today at
the Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri. This initiative, under the CSR program of the Indian
Renewable Energy Development Agency Limited (IREDA), aims to promote eco-friendly
mobility and improve accessibility for visitors, particularly benefiting senior citizens and
divyangs at this revered heritage site.
Shri Joshi, while handing over the vehicle keys to Shri Arabinda Kumar Padhee, Chief
Administrator of Shree Jagannath Temple Administration, emphasized the importance of
sustainable solutions at cultural landmarks. He stated, “The deployment of battery-operated
vehicles at this historic temple underscores our commitment to green energy and offers
visitors an accessible and environmentally friendly transport option. IREDA’s support for
sustainable CSR projects like this reflects its unwavering dedication to the nation’s green
mission and to enhancing visitor experiences at significant heritage sites.”
