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LED streetlights can cut power use by 61%, says Minister; flags rollout delays
The Minister stated LED streetlights can reduce power use by 61%, but the project to install 3,02,919 lights has only completed 2,67,270 installations, indicating delays. The initiative aims to improve energy efficiency while facing implementation challenges.
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