Which district became the first in India to meet its entire power demand through solar energy, as of 2025?

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Which district became the first in India to meet its entire power demand through solar energy, as of 2025?

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RRB NTPC 2024 CBT 1 Question Paper (28-Aug-2025) (Shift 3)

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Diu

The correct answer is

Diu

Diu Achieves 100% Solar Power for Entire Demand

The question asks to identify the first district in India to meet its entire power demand using solar energy by 2025.

Based on reports and government initiatives aimed at achieving energy independence through renewables:

Diu, a Union Territory, has made significant strides in adopting solar power.
It has focused on installing solar panels across various locations, including government buildings and public spaces.
The goal was to generate enough solar energy to meet the total electricity consumption of the district.
Diu is recognized as the first district/area in India to achieve this milestone of 100% solar power for its energy needs.

Therefore, Diu is the correct answer.

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