Maharashtra State Power Generation Company Limited (MAHAGENCO) is set to commission solar power projects with a total capacity of 1,071 MW, aimed at reducing dependence on conventional energy and providing uninterrupted daytime electricity to farmers for irrigation. The projects are expected to benefit over 3 lakh farmers across the state.

Project Details

The solar projects will range from 0.5 MW to 25 MW and will be established within a 5–10 km radius of distribution substations with agricultural loads. A strategic joint committee will be formed to ensure the timely completion of these solar projects and to provide guidance on the Solar Agriculture Feeder Scheme 2.0.

Implementation and Monitoring

MAHAGENCO and the Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet will jointly develop a central dashboard to monitor daily progress in land acquisition and project implementation. The committee will include all key stakeholders who will also receive training on how to use the dashboard effectively.

Government Initiatives

As part of Mission 2025, the government aims to solarize about 30% of agricultural feeders by the end of 2025. The Chief minister’s Solar Agriculture Feeder Scheme 2.0 is a flagship initiative of the Maharashtra government aimed at promoting farmers’ financial growth through sustainable energy while reducing service costs for agricultural electricity consumers. The initiative is led by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, who also holds the energy department, underscoring the state's commitment to renewable energy and farmer welfare.

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