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Key Facts
TypePress release
SourceSolar Energy Corporation of India
PublishedMonday, 31 August 2026
Affected Population1.4 billion consumers, 300 million without reliable power
Key Numbers
500 GW non-fossil fuel capacity target by 2030
Saubhagya: 100% household electrification
175 GW renewable energy installed (2025)
Net-zero target: 2070
Key Authorities
Ministry of PowerMinistry of New & Renewable EnergyCEAMinistry of Environment, Forest & Climate ChangeCPCB
Key Stakeholders
Power ConsumersDISCOMsCoal IndustryForest CommunitiesPolluting IndustriesRenewable Energy Firms
Government Context
NDA IIIBJP-led NDA
Centre-Right
LeftCentreRight
Amendment History
48 changes recorded for this policy.
DescriptionTuesday, 15 September 2026via seci
Selection of Solar Power Developers for Setting up of 700 MW ISTS-connected Solar PV Power Projects in Special Economic Zones (SEZs) or areas designated as Export Oriented Units (EOUs) of India under Tariff-based Competitive Bidding
Request for Proposal for engagement of an Agency for establishing a Programme Management Unit (PMU) to support the National Mission on Cleantech Manufacturing
DescriptionTuesday, 15 September 2026via seci
Selection of Solar Power Developers for Setting up of 700 MW ISTS-connected Solar PV Power Projects in Special Economic Zones (SEZs) or areas designated as Export Oriented Units (EOUs) of India under Tariff-based Competitive Bidding
To identify and lease, on a long-term basis of 27 years (extendable by mutual consent), two agricultural land parcels of approximately 10 acres each in Issapur and Dhansa villages, Najafgarh-Delhi, for development of Agri-PV power plants
DescriptionTuesday, 15 September 2026via seci
Selection of Solar Power Developers for Setting up of 700 MW ISTS-connected Solar PV Power Projects in Special Economic Zones (SEZs) or areas designated as Export Oriented Units (EOUs) of India under Tariff-based Competitive Bidding
Request for Proposal for engagement of an Agency for establishing a Programme Management Unit (PMU) to support the National Mission on Cleantech Manufacturing
DescriptionTuesday, 15 September 2026via seci
Selection of Solar Power Developers for Setting up of 700 MW ISTS-connected Solar PV Power Projects in Special Economic Zones (SEZs) or areas designated as Export Oriented Units (EOUs) of India under Tariff-based Competitive Bidding
To identify and lease, on a long-term basis of 27 years (extendable by mutual consent), two agricultural land parcels of approximately 10 acres each in Issapur and Dhansa villages, Najafgarh-Delhi, for development of Agri-PV power plants
DescriptionWednesday, 16 September 2026via seci
Selection of Solar Power Developers for Setting up of 700 MW ISTS-connected Solar PV Power Projects in Special Economic Zones (SEZs) or areas designated as Export Oriented Units (EOUs) of India under Tariff-based Competitive Bidding
Request for Proposal for engagement of an Agency for establishing a Programme Management Unit (PMU) to support the National Mission on Cleantech Manufacturing
DescriptionWednesday, 16 September 2026via seci
Selection of Solar Power Developers for Setting up of 700 MW ISTS-connected Solar PV Power Projects in Special Economic Zones (SEZs) or areas designated as Export Oriented Units (EOUs) of India under Tariff-based Competitive Bidding
To identify and lease, on a long-term basis of 27 years (extendable by mutual consent), two agricultural land parcels of approximately 10 acres each in Issapur and Dhansa villages, Najafgarh-Delhi, for development of Agri-PV power plants
DescriptionWednesday, 16 September 2026via seci
Selection of Solar Power Developers for Setting up of 700 MW ISTS-connected Solar PV Power Projects in Special Economic Zones (SEZs) or areas designated as Export Oriented Units (EOUs) of India under Tariff-based Competitive Bidding
Request for Proposal for engagement of an Agency for establishing a Programme Management Unit (PMU) to support the National Mission on Cleantech Manufacturing
DescriptionWednesday, 16 September 2026via seci
Selection of Solar Power Developers for Setting up of 700 MW ISTS-connected Solar PV Power Projects in Special Economic Zones (SEZs) or areas designated as Export Oriented Units (EOUs) of India under Tariff-based Competitive Bidding
To identify and lease, on a long-term basis of 27 years (extendable by mutual consent), two agricultural land parcels of approximately 10 acres each in Issapur and Dhansa villages, Najafgarh-Delhi, for development of Agri-PV power plants
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