 Early Times Report
Bikaner, July 4: NHPC’s 300 MW Karnisar Solar Power Plant at Bikaner, Rajasthan, was inaugurated by Hon’ble Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi, through virtual mode on 04 July 2026. The project marks a significant addition to India’s renewable energy capacity and underscores the nation’s commitment to clean energy and sustainable development.
The inauguration was held in the august presence of Hon’ble Governor of Rajasthan Shri Haribhau Kisanrao Bagde, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Rajasthan Shri Bhajan Lal Sharma, Hon’ble Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas Shri Hardeep Singh Puri and Hon’ble Deputy Chief Ministers of Rajasthan Smt. Diya Kumari and Dr. Prem Chand Bairwa.
Speaking on the occasion, the Hon’ble Prime Minister emphasized that renewable energy is the cornerstone of India’s energy security and sustainable future. He further highlighted that Rajasthan is witnessing the development of world-class solar power infrastructure, reinforcing its position as a key contributor to the nation’s clean energy ambitions.
Shri Bhupender Gupta, CMD, NHPC, expressed his sincere gratitude to Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, the Government of India, the Government of Rajasthan, the Ministry of Power, the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy and all other stakeholders for their continued guidance and support in the successful execution of the project. He reaffirmed NHPC’s commitment to contributing towards India’s clean energy and renewable energy goals.
The 300 MW Karnisar Solar Power Plant represents NHPC’s continued commitment towards strengthening India’s renewable energy capacity and supporting the Government of India’s vision of Aatma Nirbhar Bharat, with the project being developed using approximately 7.75 lakh domestically manufactured Solar PV Cells and Modules.
The solar power plant is expected to generate around 75 crore units of clean electricity annually, significantly contributing to the nation’s renewable energy basket while helping offset nearly 6.4 lakh tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions every year, thereby promoting environmental sustainability and supporting India’s climate commitments.
Besides producing clean energy, the project has also contributed to the socio-economic development of the region by creating direct and indirect employment opportunities for over 40 local persons, thereby generating sustainable livelihoods in the remote areas of Rajasthan.
NHPC Limited, a Navratna CPSE under the Ministry of Power, Government of India, is India’s premier hydropower company with an installed capacity of 9332.90 MW (including JVs/Subsidiaries) and is rapidly expanding its footprint in the renewable energy sector through hydro, solar and wind energy projects, contributing significantly towards the nation’s sustainable and green energy future. |
