Indian Oil unveils indoor solar cooking stove, Surya Nutan
New Delhi: India’s top oil firm Indian Oil Corporation NSE 0.84 % (IOC NSE 0.84 %) on Wednesday unveiled a stationary, rechargeable and indoor cooking stove that uses the sun’s energy to cook food while always being kept in the kitchen. The stove, which entails a one-time procurement cost and has zero maintenance, is being touted as a substitute for fossil fuels.
Oil Minister Hardeep Singh Puri hosted a function at his official residence where a full three-course meal cooked on the stove, which has been named Surya Nutan, was served.
Speaking on the occasion, IOC Director (R&D) SSV Ramakumar said the stove is different from solar cookers as it does not have to be placed under sunlight.
