The Union Territory of Ladakh is set to witness a unique integration of renewable energy and modern sports infrastructure, with Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena approving the installation of a solar power plant atop the NDS Ice Hockey Rink in Leh.

The 500 KWp on-grid Solar Photovoltaic (SPV) Plant will be installed on the rooftop of the NDS Ice Hockey Rink at an estimated cost of Rs 2.38 crore. The project will be developed under the Special Development Package (SDP) of the Youth Services and Sports Department, UT Ladakh.

The initiative marks a significant step towards promoting renewable energy and sustainable sports infrastructure in Ladakh and is expected to serve as a model for integrating clean energy solutions into public infrastructure projects across the Union Territory.

Under the guidance of Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena, the Administration has been actively promoting solar energy and other sustainable initiatives in line with its broader objectives of environmental protection, clean energy transition, and sustainable development in Ladakh.

“The installation of the rooftop solar plant at the NDS Ice Hockey Rink is an important step towards integrating clean energy solutions with modern sports infrastructure. As Ladakh moves towards becoming a carbon-neutral and environmentally sustainable region, such initiatives will help reduce the carbon footprint while promoting green and energy-efficient development. At the same time, the project reflects our commitment to strengthening sports infrastructure and creating world-class facilities for the youth of Ladakh,” said Lieutenant Governor Saxena.

Ladakh, being an ecologically sensitive Himalayan region, requires sustainable and climate-responsive infrastructure development. The installation of the Solar Photovoltaic Plant at the NDS Ice Hockey Rink will not only harness the region’s abundant sunlight but also contribute towards reducing carbon emissions and strengthening Ladakh’s efforts to emerge as a carbon-neutral region.

The initiative forms part of the UT Administration’s broader vision to develop environmentally sustainable and modern infrastructure while reducing dependence on conventional energy sources. The rooftop SPV plant is expected to significantly reduce electricity consumption costs and promote clean energy usage at the state-of-the-art ice hockey facility.

The Ice Hockey Rink in Leh has already emerged as a major venue for national-level winter sporting events and has successfully hosted the prestigious Khelo India Winter Games for three consecutive years. Plans are also underway to make the facility operational throughout the year.