The river navigation department of the Indian state of Goa is launching expressions of interest for the launch of a hybrid ferry that will use solar and wind power , with a diesel engine for back - up . The 72-seat vessel will run between Aldona and Panaji , carrying pedestrians in the morning and evening , and working as a luxury cruise boat for the rest of the day . If the ferry is a hybrid , a second ferry will be launched on the Sanvordem - Panaji route .
The river navigation department of the Indian state of Goa is launching expressions of interest for the building of a hybrid ferry that will use solar and battery power, with a diesel generator for back-up. The 72-seat vessel will run between Aldona and Panaji, carrying pedestrians in the morning and evening, and working as a tourist cruise boat for the rest of the day. If the ferry is a success, a second one may be launched on the Sanvordem-Panaji route.