Rajasthan has emerged as the leading state in India under the PM-KUSUM (Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan) scheme, with Jodhpur DISCOM's combined solar capacity under Components A and C surpassing 2,001 MW in late 2025. Rajasthan leads nationally in Component-A installations with over 463 MW. The scheme encompasses solar pumps for farmers (Component-B) and decentralised solar plants on barren/agricultural land (Components A and C). Rajasthan's overall solar capacity under PM-KUSUM has risen to approximately 2,629 MW — doubling in two years — benefiting thousands of farmers by reducing diesel costs and providing additional income from surplus power sold to DISCOMs. Nationally, PM-KUSUM has achieved 9,466 MW against a target of ~35,000 MW.
Rajasthan Tops PM-KUSUM Solar Installations — Jodhpur DISCOM Crosses 2,000 MW Under Scheme
Rajasthan has emerged as the leading state in India under the PM-KUSUM (Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan) scheme, with Jodhpur DISCOM's combined solar capacity under Components A and C surpassing 2,001 MW in late 2025. Rajasthan leads nationally in Component-A installations with over 463 MW. The scheme encompasses solar pumps for farmers (Component-B) and decentralised solar plants on barren/agricultural land (Components A and C). Rajasthan's overall solar capacity under PM-KUSUM has risen to approximately 2,629 MW — doubling in two years — benefiting thousands of farmers by reducing diesel costs and providing additional income from surplus power sold to DISCOMs. Nationally, PM-KUSUM has achieved 9,466 MW against a target of ~35,000 MW.
Key facts
- Rajasthan leads India in PM-KUSUM solar installations with Jodhpur DISCOM crossing 2,000 MW.
- Rajasthan leads nationally in Component-A installations with over 463 MW of solar capacity.
- The state's total PM-KUSUM solar capacity reached approximately 2,629 MW, doubling in two years.
- PM-KUSUM encompasses solar pumps for farmers and decentralised solar plants on barren land.
- Nationally PM-KUSUM has achieved 9,466 MW against a target of approximately 35,000 MW.
- The scheme benefits farmers by reducing diesel costs and providing income from surplus power to DISCOMs.
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What is the national PM-KUSUM achievement as reported in October 2025 against the target of approximately 35,000 MW?
Nationally, PM-KUSUM has achieved 9,466 MW against a target of approximately 35,000 MW. Rajasthan's overall solar capacity under PM-KUSUM has risen to approximately 2,629 MW — doubling in two years — benefiting thousands of farmers.
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Frequently asked questions
What is PM-KUSUM and what are its three main components?
PM-KUSUM (Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan) is a central scheme to boost farmers' income and promote renewable energy. Component-A: Decentralised ground-mounted solar plants on barren/agricultural land feeding power to DISCOMs; Component-B: Stand-alone solar pumps replacing diesel pumps for farmers; Component-C: Solarisation of existing grid-connected agricultural pumps.
What milestone did Rajasthan achieve under PM-KUSUM and why is it significant?
Jodhpur DISCOM's combined solar capacity under PM-KUSUM Components A and C surpassed 2,001 MW in late 2025, making Rajasthan the leading state in India under the scheme. Rajasthan also leads nationally in Component-A installations with over 463 MW. The state's total PM-KUSUM capacity reached approximately 2,629 MW — doubling in just two years.
What is the national progress under PM-KUSUM against the overall target?
Nationally, PM-KUSUM has achieved 9,466 MW against an overall target of approximately 35,000 MW. Rajasthan alone contributes a significant share, demonstrating the state's leadership in decentralised solar energy deployment.
How does PM-KUSUM benefit farmers directly?
PM-KUSUM benefits farmers in two ways: (1) by replacing costly diesel pumps with solar pumps, reducing fuel expenditure; and (2) by allowing farmers to earn income by selling surplus solar power generated by Component-A plants to DISCOMs, turning wasteland into a source of revenue.
Why is Rajasthan particularly suited for PM-KUSUM implementation?
Rajasthan has abundant solar irradiation (among the highest in India), large tracts of barren and semi-arid land suitable for solar installations, and a large agrarian population dependent on irrigation pumps. These factors make it ideal for large-scale PM-KUSUM deployment under both Component-A and Component-C.
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