Shimla, Feb 13 (UNI) Himachal Pradesh is making significant strides toward achieving its goal of becoming India’s first ‘Green Energy’ state by 2026.
Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu announced today that the state is actively working on multiple solar power projects, with a target of generating 72 MW of solar energy by the end of 2025.
The Himachal Pradesh Power Corporation Limited (HPPCL) has commenced construction on several solar projects across the state. In Una district, two major projects are underway—a 12 MW solar plant at Gondpur Bulla and an 11 MW plant at Lamlahri Uparli.
Meanwhile, Solan district is witnessing the development of three key projects: a 13 MW plant at Saned in Nalagarh, an 8 MW project at Bara Barot, and another 13 MW project at Dabhota Majra. Additionally, the tender for a 9 MW solar plant at Dabhota One will be awarded soon, while the bidding process for a 6 MW plant at Tihra Khas in Una is also in progress.
The Chief Minister reaffirmed the government's commitment to clean energy, emphasising that these projects are just the beginning. Surveys for eight additional solar power projects, with a combined capacity of 325 MW, are currently being conducted. Once detailed project reports (DPRs) are finalised, construction will commence.
Highlighting recent achievements, CM Sukhu mentioned that a 32 MW solar power project at Pekhubela in Una district was dedicated to the public on April 15, 2024. This project has already generated 48 million units of electricity, contributing revenue of ₹14 crore by January 31, 2025. Furthermore, a 5 MW solar plant in Bhanjal, Una, became operational on November 30, 2024, while a 10 MW project at Aghlaur is expected to be completed this month.
In addition to solar energy, the state is venturing into green hydrogen production. A 1 MW green hydrogen project has begun construction in Nalagarh, Solan district, in collaboration with Oil India Limited.
With these initiatives, Himachal Pradesh is well on its way to leading India’s transition toward sustainable and renewable energy, ensuring a greener future for generations to come.
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