Maharashtra Plans Solar-Powered Passenger Boats For Safer, Cleaner Water Transport
Mumbai, August 24, 2026: Maharashtra Fisheries and Ports Minister Nitesh Rane has directed officials to promote the use of modern, solar-powered passenger boats to make water transport in the state more comfortable, safe and environmentally friendly. Rane issued the directions during a meeting held at Mantralaya on Sunday, where Navalt Boats made a presentation on modern passenger boats based on…
Mumbai, August 24, 2026 - Maharashtra's Fisheries and Ports Minister, Nitesh Rane, has ordered the adoption of solar-powered passenger boats to enhance the comfort, safety and environmental friendliness of water transport in the state. During a meeting at Mantralaya, Rane listened to a presentation from Navalt Boats, a company showcasing modern passenger boats powered by solar energy and other advanced technologies.
Rane emphasized the need to reduce reliance on conventional fuels and explore clean-energy alternatives for water transport.
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