Published: 22 October 2025Rajasthan
Rajasthan Crosses 2,000 MW Under PM-KUSUM Solar Scheme
Rajasthan surpassed the 2,000 MW mark under the PM-KUSUM scheme with a newly commissioned 1.82 MW solar plant in Kolada village, Sawai Madhopur district, taking the state's total installed capacity to 2,001 MW. Rajasthan doubled its solar capacity within a short span after first crossing the 1,000 MW mark in May 2025.
Rajasthan ranks 1st in India under Component-A, which utilises semi-barren farmland for grid-connected solar projects, and ranks 3rd nationally under Component-C for solarisation of agricultural pumps. The PM-KUSUM scheme, launched in 2019, aims to install 30.8 GW of solar capacity through decentralised solar installations supporting farmers with dual income from agriculture and energy.
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The Gang Canal in Rajasthan was originally built under which ruler?
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Frequently asked questions
How much solar capacity has Rajasthan achieved under PM-KUSUM scheme?
Rajasthan has crossed **2,000 MW of installed solar capacity** under the PM-KUSUM (Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan) scheme, making it one of the leading states in farmer-centric solar power deployment.
What is the PM-KUSUM scheme and who benefits from it?
**PM-KUSUM** is a central government scheme aimed at providing **solar power to farmers** for irrigation by installing solar pumps and ground-mounted solar plants. It reduces farmers' electricity costs and enables them to sell surplus power to the grid.
What is Rajasthan's significance in PM-KUSUM solar implementation?
Rajasthan, with its **high solar irradiation and large agricultural land**, is one of the top-performing states under PM-KUSUM. Crossing 2,000 MW marks a significant milestone in providing clean energy to the agricultural sector.
What milestone did Rajasthan achieve under PM-KUSUM in October 2025?
Rajasthan **crossed 2,000 MW of solar capacity** installed under the PM-KUSUM scheme, a landmark achievement in agricultural solar energy deployment and farmer income support.
How does PM-KUSUM benefit Rajasthan farmers?
Under PM-KUSUM, Rajasthan farmers benefit from **subsidised solar irrigation pumps** and can earn income by selling surplus solar electricity to the grid, reducing diesel pump dependency and lowering input costs.
