Published: 28 October 2025ADBEconomy
ADB Approves USD 460 Million Loan for Agricultural Solarisation in Maharashtra
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) approved a USD 460 million results-based loan on October 29, 2025, to support agricultural solarisation in Maharashtra. An additional USD 40 million concessional loan from the Clean Technology Fund complements the programme.
The Maharashtra Power Distribution Enhancement Program will upgrade 180 distribution substations, install 4,500 distribution transformers, and develop 3,000 circuit kilometres of transmission lines. By 2028, the program aims to provide daytime solar electricity to at least 900,000 agricultural consumers and reduce annual GHG emissions by over 3 million tonnes.
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Q: Examine how the ADB-financed Maharashtra agricultural solarisation programme advances clean-energy and farmer-welfare goals.
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ADB approved a USD 460 million results-based loan on 29 October 2025, plus a USD 40 million Clean Technology Fund loan, for Maharashtra's agricultural solarisation. The Maharashtra Power Distribution Enhancement Program upgrades 180 substations, installs 4,500 transformers, builds 3,000 circuit-km of lines, serving 900,000 farmers by 2028, cutting 3 million tonnes GHG.
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The Asian Development Bank approved a USD 460 million loan for agricultural solarisation in which Indian state?
Explanation · Correct answer CADB approved USD 460 million results-based loan for agricultural solarisation in Maharashtra, complemented by USD 40 million from the Clean Technology Fund.
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How much did ADB approve for agricultural solarisation in Maharashtra in 2025?
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) approved a **USD 460 million results-based loan** on October 29, 2025, for agricultural solarisation in Maharashtra. An additional **USD 40 million concessional loan** from the Clean Technology Fund complements the programme.
What is the Maharashtra Power Distribution Enhancement Program funded by ADB?
The ADB-funded **Maharashtra Power Distribution Enhancement Program** will upgrade **180 distribution substations**, install **4,500 distribution transformers**, and support agricultural solarisation. It is backed by a **USD 460 million ADB loan** plus USD 40 million from the Clean Technology Fund.
What is the total ADB funding for Maharashtra agricultural solarisation 2025?
The total funding is **USD 500 million** — a **USD 460 million results-based loan** from ADB plus a **USD 40 million concessional loan** from the Clean Technology Fund — approved on October 29, 2025, for agricultural solarisation in Maharashtra.
What infrastructure will be upgraded under the ADB Maharashtra solarisation programme?
The ADB-backed Maharashtra programme will upgrade **180 distribution substations** and install **4,500 distribution transformers** as part of the Power Distribution Enhancement Program to support agricultural solarisation.
What type of loan did ADB approve for Maharashtra solarisation?
ADB approved a **results-based loan** of USD 460 million for Maharashtra, meaning disbursements are tied to achieving specific targets. An additional **USD 40 million concessional loan** from the Clean Technology Fund complements the October 29, 2025 approval.
