Rajasthan Chief Secretary V. Srinivas instructed power distribution companies to accelerate PM-KUSUM implementation and prepare a work plan to meet targets. He directed that projects with 3,000 MW capacity be developed by March 2026. Rajasthan was described as a hub for decentralised solar energy; Component-A supports 500 kW to 2 MW decentralised renewable plants on farmers' land, while Component-C relates to solarisation of grid-connected agriculture pumps. The state was reported as the second leading state under Component-C, with more than 2,700 MW already developed and PPAs signed for 10,634 MW across Components A and C.
PM-KUSUM in Rajasthan: Discoms Told to Accelerate Projects; 3,000 MW Target by March 2026
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Rajasthan directed discoms to fast-track PM-KUSUM, develop 3,000 MW by March 2026, and noted over 2,700 MW already developed; it is now second leading under Component-C.
Key facts
- Rajasthan Discoms saved over ₹282 crore in 18 months through the PM-KUSUM scheme
- Rajasthan leads nationally in Component-A (2 MW solar plants on barren land) and ranks third in Component-C (solarisation of agricultural pumps)
- State installed 942 solar plants with combined capacity of 2,100 MW in 20 months and 1.36 lakh solar pumps across 41 districts
- Target is 11,632 MW solar capacity by March 2026, reinforcing Rajasthan's position as India's solar energy leader
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In which district of Rajasthan did the most villages (1,597) suffer Kharif crop damage?
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Jhalawar had the most affected villages at 1,597, followed by Tonk at 1,197.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the key development in '**KUSUM Scheme: Rajasthan Discoms Save ₹282 Crore; State Leads in Sola**'?
Rajasthan Discoms saved over **₹282 crore** in 18 months through the PM-KUSUM scheme
What is the financial allocation or amount associated with **KUSUM Scheme: Rajasthan Discoms Save ₹282**?
The financial commitment is **₹282 Crore**. Rajasthan leads nationally in Component-A (2 MW solar plants on barren land) and ranks third in Component-C (solarisation of agricultural pumps)
What is the broader significance or impact of **KUSUM Scheme: Rajasthan Discoms Save ₹282** for India?
State installed 942 solar plants with combined capacity of 2,100 MW in 20 months and 1.36 lakh solar pumps across 41 districts
What additional facts are known about **KUSUM Scheme: Rajasthan Discoms Save ₹282**?
Target is **11,632** MW solar capacity by March 2026, reinforcing Rajasthan's position as India's solar energy leader
Why is **KUSUM Scheme: Rajasthan Discoms Save ₹282** important for RAS/UPSC competitive examinations?
This topic is significant for **RAS/UPSC** exams under the **Rajasthan** section. Key exam-relevant point: Target is **11,632** MW solar capacity by March 2026, reinforcing Rajasthan's position as India's solar energy leader
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