Diu meets entire power demand with solar energy: Union Minister

Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi highlighted Diu as the first district in India to meet its full power demand through solar energy. Diu has installed 11.88 MW capacity (9 MW ground-mounted, 2.88 MW rooftop), covering its entire daytime electricity needs.

During his visit on May 30, 2025, the Minister reviewed solar infrastructure and the implementation of the PM-Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana. Officials presented details on generation capacity and household-level benefits. A field visit was also held at the 9 MW Fudam Solar Park, which has helped reduce T&D losses and enabled lower electricity tariffs.

The Minister stated that capital investments in Diu’s renewable infrastructure have already been recovered through solar power supply and sales. He called for faster implementation of the PM-Surya Ghar Yojana to ensure complete household coverage.