India’s First Solar-Powered Boat Aditya in Kerala – A Green Voyage

Kerala, known as God’s Own Country, made history by launching India’s first solar-powered ferry, Aditya, in the scenic backwaters of Alappuzha. This eco-friendly innovation showcases India’s commitment to sustainable travel and clean energy solutions.

🌟 Key Features of Aditya

• 100% Solar-Powered: Runs entirely on solar panels, reducing dependency on diesel.

• Eco-Friendly Transport: Zero fuel emissions, making it safe for Kerala’s fragile backwater ecosystem.

• Cost-Effective: Saves thousands of liters of diesel annually, cutting down operational costs.

• Passenger Capacity: Can carry 75 passengers per trip, ensuring smooth and silent rides.

• Award-Winning: Recognized with the prestigious Gussies Electric Boat Award in 2020.

📍 Why Aditya Matters

Aditya is more than just a boat—it’s a model for sustainable tourism and green transport in India. Operating between Vaikom and Thavanakkadavu, it benefits daily commuters and attracts eco-conscious travelers exploring Kerala’s backwaters.

FAQs on Solar Boat Aditya

Q1. Where does Aditya operate?
It runs in Kerala’s Alappuzha backwaters, connecting Vaikom and Thavanakkadavu.

Q2. How many passengers can Aditya carry?
The boat can carry up to 75 passengers at a time.

Q3. Why is Aditya unique?
It is India’s first fully solar-powered passenger ferry, offering clean, cost-effective, and eco-friendly rides.

✨ With Aditya, Kerala proves that innovation and sustainability can go hand in hand, making it a proud symbol of India’s green future.  

Hope soon will expect Andhra pradesh tourism to launch solar ferry boat at river banks of Krishna, will boost amaravti tourism.

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BUS CUM BOAT by ANDHRA PRADESH TOURISM in KRISHNA RIVER, VIJAYAWADA

The long-awaited amphibious vehicle, launched by Andhra Pradesh Tourism. Imagine the fun of a ride in an amphibious bus, a vehicle that becomes a means of transport on land as well as on (or under) water.

The bus-cum-boat will float in the Krishna river initially for a joy ride. “But in the days to come, it’ll take people from the Punnami ghat to Pavithra Sanghamam via several popular stopovers en route.

The plan is to provide tourists a new view to the exotic locales in and around Vijayawada in the vehicle which moves smoothly from wide open spaces to an aquatic wonder land.

Tour Details:

The tour will start in a clockwise direction from the Berm Park,in Bhavanipuram. The tourists will take a joy ride in the Krishna and transit on to land in the same bus to Lotus hotel before taking in the grand and historic sights of Undavalli Caves, the Panakala Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy temple, A.P. Secretariat, Uddandarayapalem and Sri Shiva Kshetra.

The boat will stop at the APTDC dock-II which will have amenities like a food court, a souvenir shop and a repair and maintenance shed. From here, the boat ride will continue in the Krishna on way to the Pavithra Sanghamam which will have similar amenities like a museum, a food court, a ticket counter, waiting lounge and souvenir shops. It will then reach Sri Durga Malleswara Swamivarla Devasthanam before returning to the starting point at Bhavanipuram.

An alternative route will begin from Pavithra Sangamam in an anti-clockwise direction, moving through the APTDC dock-II, followed by Shiva Kshetram, Uddandarayapalem, A.P. Secretariat, Sri Panankala Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple and Undavalli Caves with a stop at the Lotus hotel and APTDC dock before proceeding to the Durga temple.

To begin with, the Tourism wing may launch six such vehicles. “The CRDA has asked for two amphibious buses to cater to the transport needs of the Secretariat staff. Each vehicle has a seating capacity for 16 people,”.

courtesy: http://www.thehindu.com

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