Rajasthan hosts India’s first mega solar plant built entirely with indigenous components
India has marked a significant milestone in its clean energy journey with the inauguration of the country’s first large-scale solar power plant constructed entirely using indigenous components. The 1.3 GW facility, located in Pokhran, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, was unveiled on Thursday by Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy, Pralhad Joshi, alongside Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma.
The plant—hailed as a flagship achievement under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India campaigns—uses 100% domestically manufactured technology, with 90% of its modules produced at ReNew’s advanced facility in Jaipur. It reflects India’s growing self-reliance in renewable energy and its ability to deliver large-scale projects using homegrown solutions.
Describing the initiative as a remarkable leap toward energy independence, Minister Joshi credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of making Rajasthan a hub of renewable transformation. He highlighted that India now offers among the world’s lowest solar tariffs at ₹2.18 per unit, underlining the affordability and scalability of such clean energy projects. He also emphasized the critical role of Public-Private Partnerships in realizing India’s Vision 2047 and scaling infrastructure for nationwide energy access.
Chief Minister Sharma reinforced Rajasthan’s leadership in India’s solar mission. He noted that the project not only advances the Make in India initiative but also strengthens the state’s roadmap toward sustainable growth and energy security. He described the plant as a symbol of self-reliance and a powerful enabler for a greener future.
Spanning 3,500 acres, the solar park covers villages across Pokhran and Bhaniyana tehsils—including Rampuriya, Bhinajpura, Hastinapur, and Masuria. It is expected to generate 2,490 million units of electricity annually—sufficient to supply power to around 5 lakh households. Additionally, the project is projected to reduce carbon emissions by about 2.3 million tonnes per year, contributing significantly to India’s environmental targets.
The inauguration event witnessed the presence of several key dignitaries, including Rajasthan Energy Minister (Independent Charge) Heeralal Nagar, MLAs Mahant Pratap Puri and Chhotu Singh Bhati, and ReNew CEO Sumant Sinha. A ceremonial plaque was unveiled, officially dedicating the plant to the nation.
