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Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu said in Shimla on Wednesday (February 12, 2025) that by December 2025, seven solar projects in the state would harness 72 MW of power.
The Chief Minister said that Himachal Pradesh Power Corporation Limited had commenced construction of two projects in Una district, one with a 12 MW capacity at Gondpur Bulla and another with an 11 MW capacity at Lamlahri Uparli.
Sukhu said that three projects were under-construction in Solan district, including a 13 MW project at Saned in Nalagarh, an 8 MW project at Bara Barot and a 13 MW project at Dabhota Majra. The tender for 9 MW Dabhota One project will soon be awarded, with construction beginning shortly.
Surveys being conducted for 8 new projects
Furthermore, the tender process for a 6 MW solar project at Tihra Khas in Una district has also been initiated and is expected to be awarded this month.
The Chief Minister emphasised the state government’s commitment to expanding solar energy production. Surveys are currently being conducted for eight additional projects with a combined capacity of 325 MW.
Once the detailed project reports (DPRs) are completed, construction on these solar power projects would commence, he said.
Target to make Himachal India’s first ‘Green Energy’ state by 2026
Sukhu said, “The present government is striving to make Himachal Pradesh the first ‘Green Energy’ state in the country by 2026, ensuring environmental preservation and sustainability. Harnessing green energy will not only aid in environmental protection but also reduce carbon emissions. Renewable energy sources are inexhaustible, ensuring energy availability for future generations. This initiative plays a crucial role in mitigating the adverse effects of climate change.”
The Chief Minister said that a 32 MW solar power project at Pekhubela in Una district was dedicated to the public on April 15, 2024. This project has generated 48 million units of electricity, yielding a revenue of Rs 14 crore till January 31, 2025.
Additionally, a 5 MW solar power project at Bhanjal in Una district commenced operations on November 30, 2024. Meanwhile, the construction of a 10 MW solar power project at Aghlaur is expected to be completed this month.
He said that the state government is also focusing on green hydrogen energy. Construction of one MW green hydrogen project has been commenced in Nalagarh of Solan district in collaboration with Oil India Limited, with whom a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed.
