Status of solar parks and UMREPPs across India as of March 2025

Status of solar parks and UMREPPs across India as of March 2025

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This table shows the current status of 55 solar parks and Ultra Mega Renewable Energy Power Projects (UMREPPs) across 15 states in India. It captures capacity, expected or actual completion dates, and key development milestones such as transmission progress, land acquisition, and commissioning status. Abbreviations used: APGENCO: Andhra Pradesh Power Generation Corporation APSPCL: Andhra Pradesh Solar Power Corporation Private Limited CEA: Central Electricity Authority CTU: Central Transmission Utility CTUIL: Central Transmission Utility of India Limited…

Status of Hydro Electric Projects (above 25 MW) -under implementation and stalled

Status of Hydro Electric Projects (above 25 MW) -under implementation and stalled

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List of Hydro Electric Projects (above 25 MW) -under implementation India has 26 hydroelectric projects (HEPs) with a total capacity of 13,238 MW that are under construction. Currently, there are 209 operational HEPs with a combined installed capacity of 42,983 MW. Some projects like Teesta-III, Teesta-V, Khandong, and Malana-II are generating less or no power due to flash floods and cloudbursts, causing outages. Developers are working on improving plant efficiency through routine maintenance, modernization, and…

Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Status

Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Status

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​​The Ministry of Power (MoP) issued the “Guidelines for Installation and Operation of Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure – 2024” on September 17, 2024. These guidelines aim to standardise and promote the development of EV charging infrastructure across India. The electric vehicle (EV) charging stations require no license under the Electricity Act, 2003. These guidelines aim to create an accessible, affordable, and efficient nationwide EV charging network in both urban and rural areas. Recent highlights include…

Street light installations across States and Union Territories

Street light installations across States and Union Territories

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Since FY 2014-15, Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL) has carried out street light installations across the following States and Union Territories, with the state-wise installation details recorded as of March 31, 2025 shown below: So far, the 2015 launched Street Lighting National Programme (SLNP) has installed 13.1 million LED streetlights. As a result, 8.8 billion kWh of electricity has been saved, leading to approximately Rs 61.78 billion in monetary savings for municipalities and gram panchayats. …

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Power Ministry releases 13th annual rating of DISCOMs

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The Ministry of Power (MoP) has released the “13th Annual Integrated Rating & Ranking: Power Distribution Utilities” providing a detailed evaluation of the financial and operational performance of power distribution companies (DISCOMs) and power departments across India. The rating is conducted by Power Finance Corporation (PFC) on behalf of the ministry. The utilities are assigned grades ranging from A+ to D. Out of 72 utilities, 63 were rated, with Jammu Power Distribution Corporation Limited (JPDCL),…

India’s power generation and renewable capacity by state

India’s power generation and renewable capacity by state

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The following table presents a detailed state and Union Territory-wise breakdown of India’s power generation capacity as of December 31, 2024, categorized by energy sources (All figures in MW): The following table presents a detailed state and Union Territory-wise breakdown of India’s installed renewable energy capacity as of December 31, 2024 (All figures in MW): Source: Rajya Sabha answers

India’s Renewable Energy Capacity Surges by 14% in 2024

India’s Renewable Energy Capacity Surges by 14% in 2024

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Year-End Review: India’s Renewable Energy Progress in 2024 By November 2024, India had a total non-fossil fuel capacity of 214 GW, an increase of over 14% from the 187.05 GW recorded during the same period in 2023. From April to November 2024, India added nearly 15 GW of renewable energy, nearly doubling the 7.57 GW added in the same months of 2023. PM-Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana Launched on 13th February 2024 with an outlay…

10,273 ckm of Lines and 71,197 MVA Added: T&D in 2024

10,273 ckm of Lines and 71,197 MVA Added: T&D in 2024

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Year-end review: Power transmission and distribution in India National Electricity Plan 2023-2032 The Government of India has finalized the National Electricity Plan for the period 2023-2032 to address a projected peak demand of 458 GW by 2032, with an estimated total investment of Rs 9.15 trillion. In the new plan, the transmission network will grow from 491,000 ckm in 2024 to 648,000 ckm by 2032, while transformation capacity will increase from 1,290 GVA to 2,342…