Rajasthan achieved a landmark renewable energy milestone in October 2025 by surpassing the 2,000 MW mark under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan (PM-KUSUM) scheme. Jodhpur DISCOM's combined solar capacity under Components A and C crossed 2,017 MW — a record at the national level. Under Component A, 240 solar plants with 336.25 MW capacity have been installed. Additionally, 84,088 solar pumps have been provided to farmers under the scheme, significantly reducing diesel dependence for irrigation. Rajasthan leads all states in Component A installations nationally with 466.75 MW as of 30 November 2025, followed by Himachal Pradesh (100 MW) and Madhya Pradesh (52.13 MW). The achievement aligns with Rajasthan's Developed Rajasthan @2047 vision and supports the CM Bhajan Lal Sharma government's goal of energy self-sufficiency.
Rajasthan's PM-KUSUM Solar Achievement: State Crosses 2,000 MW Installed Capacity Under Scheme
Rajasthan achieved a landmark renewable energy milestone in October 2025 by surpassing the 2,000 MW mark under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan (PM-KUSUM) scheme. Jodhpur DISCOM's combined solar capacity under Components A and C crossed 2,017 MW — a record at the national level. Under Component A, 240 solar plants with 336.25 MW capacity have been installed. Additionally, 84,088 solar pumps have been provided to farmers under the scheme, significantly reducing diesel dependence for irrigation. Rajasthan leads all states in Component A installations nationally with 466.75 MW as of 30 November 2025, followed by Himachal Pradesh (100 MW) and Madhya Pradesh (52.13 MW). The achievement aligns with Rajasthan's Developed Rajasthan @2047 vision and supports the CM Bhajan Lal Sharma government's goal of energy self-sufficiency.
Key facts
- Rajasthan surpassed 2,000 MW installed solar capacity under PM-KUSUM scheme in October 2025.
- Jodhpur DISCOM's combined solar capacity under Components A and C crossed 2,017 MW.
- Under Component A, 240 solar plants with 336.25 MW capacity have been installed.
- 84,088 solar pumps have been provided to farmers reducing diesel dependence for irrigation.
- Rajasthan leads nationally in Component A installations with 466.75 MW as of 30 November 2025.
- The achievement supports Rajasthan's goal of energy self-sufficiency under Developed Rajasthan @2047.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the PM-KUSUM scheme and what are its three components?
Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan (PM-KUSUM) is a central government scheme launched to promote solar energy in the agricultural sector. It has three components: Component A — installation of grid-connected solar power plants of 500 KW to 2 MW capacity on barren or uncultivable land by farmers, panchayats, and cooperatives; Component B — installation of standalone solar-powered agriculture pumps; and Component C — solarisation of existing grid-connected agriculture pumps.
What milestone did Rajasthan achieve under PM-KUSUM in October 2025?
In October 2025, Rajasthan surpassed 2,000 MW of installed solar capacity under the PM-KUSUM scheme. Specifically, Jodhpur DISCOM's combined solar capacity under Components A and C crossed 2,017 MW — a record at the national level. Under Component A alone, 240 solar plants with 336.25 MW capacity were installed, and 84,088 solar pumps were distributed to farmers.
Why does Rajasthan lead nationally in PM-KUSUM Component A installations?
Rajasthan leads nationally in PM-KUSUM Component A with 466.75 MW of installed capacity as of 30 November 2025 because it possesses the ideal combination of factors for solar energy: highest solar irradiation levels in India, vast tracts of barren and uncultivable land suitable for solar plant installation, an established state renewable energy policy framework, and strong DISCOM implementation capacity particularly through Jodhpur DISCOM.
How do the 84,088 solar pumps distributed under PM-KUSUM benefit Rajasthan's farmers?
The 84,088 solar pumps distributed to farmers under PM-KUSUM eliminate dependence on diesel-powered pumps for irrigation, reducing farmers' input costs significantly. Solar pumps also ensure reliable irrigation even in areas with erratic grid electricity supply, which is common in Rajasthan's rural areas. Additionally, under Component C, farmers with solarised grid-connected pumps can sell surplus power to the grid, creating an additional income source.
How does PM-KUSUM support Rajasthan's 'Developed Rajasthan @2047' vision?
PM-KUSUM supports Rajasthan's 'Developed Rajasthan @2047' vision by advancing energy self-sufficiency in the agricultural sector, which is a cornerstone of rural development. By reducing farmers' diesel costs, generating solar employment, and building decentralised renewable energy infrastructure, PM-KUSUM contributes to Rajasthan's goals of farmer income doubling, rural electrification, and achieving a clean energy economy by 2047.
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