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Solar Electric Boat: India's largest electric boat Indra, runs on sunlight
Solar Electric Boat: Another green initiative of Kerala State Water Transport Department (SWTD) has proved to be quite successful with the country's largest solar-powered boat 'Indra'. The boat, which cost Rs 3.5 crore, was launched on March 31. It runs two cruise trips daily.
The Kerala State Water Transport Department (SWTD) has demonstrated the efficacy of its green initiative with the launch of 'Indra,' the largest solar-powered boat in the nation. After just two weeks of operation in the Kochi lakes, it is nearly operating at maximum capacity.
This 100-seater cruise ship was constructed specifically with tourists in mind. which features an "open space" for visitors to enjoy panoramic views on the upper deck. In addition, there are food counters and onboard entertainment options.
Traffic SP M Sujith said, "Daily collection has touched the Rs 18,000 mark, the ship is running at full capacity on weekends and holidays. With the beginning of summer holidays, we are getting advance group bookings."
The boat, which cost Rs 3.5 crore, was launched on March 31. It runs two cruise trips daily, each lasting three hours. The official said, "There is a huge demand for evening, sunset trips as this ship is one of the few tourist services that go to the mouth of the ocean. Since it runs on solar power, the operating costs will be very low. More importantly, The point is that there will be no carbon or noise pollution."
