The Nagaland Government has reiterated its push towards renewable energy, with Power Minister KG Kenye calling for greater public participation in the state’s solar energy initiative aimed at strengthening clean and sustainable power generation.
A meeting of the Nagaland Solar Mission along with empanelled vendors was held at the Conference Hall, Nagaland Civil Secretariat, Kohima on 16 June 2026 to review the progress of rooftop solar installations and discuss measures to accelerate implementation across the state.
Speaking at the meeting, the Power Minister said collective participation from all stakeholders would be essential for the success of the program.
“Nagaland’s transition towards renewable energy will require collective efforts from all stakeholders, vendors and consumers,” he said.
Kenye noted that solar energy, though increasingly important, remains relatively new for many consumers in the state.
“Solar energy remains a relatively new concept, particularly for the common people,” he said, adding that Nagaland has “immense potential for harnessing green and renewable energy resources.”
He observed that while conventional energy sources have long been in use, the shift towards solar power would require sustained awareness and public engagement.
“Shifting to solar energy would be an uphill challenge,” he said, stressing the need for awareness campaigns and active participation from government agencies, vendors, and consumers.
The Minister lauded empanelled vendors for their role in promoting solar adoption across the state, noting that awareness levels remain uneven.
“People in many parts of the country are already well aware of the benefits of solar power, whereas in Nagaland many remain apprehensive and reluctant to make the transition,” he said.
Despite challenges, Kenye expressed optimism over the growing uptake of solar installations and urged citizens to adopt renewable energy as a sustainable alternative.
He also highlighted that rooftop solar systems would be made more affordable and accessible under the mission, adding that wider adoption could help reduce power shortages in the state.
“The widespread adoption of solar energy could significantly mitigate the persistent power shortages faced by the state,” he said.
Target of 10,900 rooftop solar installations
Principal Secretary for Power, Dr KD Vizo, who chaired the meeting, urged stakeholders to intensify efforts to achieve the state’s target of 10,900 rooftop solar installations under the mission.
He described the target as ambitious and stressed the importance of utilising opportunities under the Government of India’s solar programme, aligned with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 7 on affordable and clean energy.
Dr Vizo said the program would help reduce electricity expenses and improve energy security in the state.
“Development is not the responsibility of the government alone,” he said, calling upon the private sector, vendors, and the public to actively participate in the mission.
He assured departmental support in addressing challenges for smooth implementation.
The Team Leader of the Nagaland Solar Mission (NSM), Er R Lobosang Jamir, presented the status and performance of the mission, while empanelled vendors also shared concerns and challenges during the discussion.
Certificates of appreciation were handed over to the top three performing vendors – Elmechent, Aboriginal, and Symbios Green Energy, during the meeting.
Officials from the Solar Mission Cell (Secretariat), the Directorate team, and empanelled vendors attended the program.
