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Madhya Pradesh Launches Green Cities Development Scheme

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Madhya Pradesh Launches Green Cities Development Scheme

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Scheme NameDevelopment of Green Cities in Madhya Pradesh
Launched ByMadhya Pradesh Government
Under GuidelinesRenewable Energy Policy 2025
Implementing BodiesDepartment of Renewable Energy, State Government, Municipal Bodies
TargetDevelop 10 major cities as model green cities in 2 years
Cities IncludedMaheshwar, Chanderi, Mandu, Orchha, Amarkantak, Bhimbetka, Omkareshwar, Chitrakoot
Pilot CitiesSanchi and Khajuraho
Green Energy Usage75% electricity from solar and renewable sources
ApplicationsReligious places, schools, Anganwadis, health centres, government institutions
Key FeaturesSolar-powered street lights, solar lanterns for vendors, solar rooftops in multi-storey buildings, promotion of electric vehicles (EVs) and biogas plants
EV Charging Stations50% energy from renewable sources
BenefitsReduction in pollution and carbon emissions, strengthened energy security, increased tourism, support for sustainable development
Renewable EnergyIncludes solar, geothermal, wind, tides, water, and biomass; environment-friendly and renewable
Electric Vehicles (EVs)Types: BEVs, PHEVs, HEVs; reduce carbon emissions and environmental impact

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