CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -Buoyed by the global acclaim that its solar-powered ferry that operates from Vaikom won, the Kerala State Water Transport Department (KSWTD) is readying to launch its air-conditioned, solar-powered 100-passenger backwater cruise vessel in Kochi in April.

Detailed explanation-2: -Aditya, India’s first solar ferry, was built by NavAlt Solar & Electric Boats, for Kerala State Water Transport Department.

Detailed explanation-3: -Explainer: Aditya-L1, India’s first solar mission.

Detailed explanation-4: -It was launched in November 2016 and started its services in 2017. It is India’s first solar-powered ferry and the largest solar-powered boat. It is operated by the Kerala State Water Transport Department (KSWTD) and built by Navalt Solar and Electric Boats, Kochi.

Detailed explanation-5: -FRP Solar Powered Boat, Seating Capacity: 6 Person at Rs 2000000 in Aroor.