State Minister for Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Anindya Islam Amit inaugurated the installation of rooftop solar power at Zobaida Korim Jute Mills Limited in Faridpur today. Photo: Facebook

DHAKA, May 23, 2026 (BSS)- State Minister for Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Anindya Islam Amit has said initiatives have been taken to install solar power in the government buildings of 21 district in the country.

Solar panels will be installed in office of Deputy Commissioners, Police Supers and hospitals in 21 districts within two to three months, he said while virtually inaugurating installation of rooftop solar power at Zobaida Korim Jute Mills Limited in Faridpur today.

He urged the private companies to follow the government saying Zobaida Korim Jute Mill can be a model for other private companies.

Power Secretary Minara Mahrukh, Additional Secretary and Chairman of West Zone Power Distribution Company Limited Noor Ahmed were present.

The State Minister also participated in a views exchange meeting with officials. 

JA Solar International Ltd, China has installed the solar power with a capacity to generate 4.29 MW power. 

According to project, SMA Solar Technology AG, China (Model: STP-110-60) will be installed with Net Meter facilities. 

The state minister said the government has under taken various initiatives to bring Renewable Energy to reduce dependency on fossil fuel import.