Meghalaya’s First Fully Solar-Powered College Gets State Recognition

Loyola College in Williamnagar in Meghalaya's East Garo Hills become first fully solar-powered institution in Meghalaya.

In February last, a 15-MV solar power project was installed at the

academic block of Loyola College, Williamnagar. The institution conceptualized the need for the project, as the power supply at the institute was irregular and fluctuations in power supply and lightening had caused extensive damage to the electronic goods.

About Meghalaya:

Capital of Meghalaya: Guwahati (judiciary), Shillong

CM of Meghalaya: Mukul Sangma

Important Question for Competitive Exam from this Current Affairs:

1.  Name the state, Which has set a benchmark for itself by becoming a fully solar-powered institution in the state: a)Meghalaya b)Himachal Pradesh c)Punjab d)Manipur