Khordha tops Odisha with record 10,754 rooftop solar installations under PM Surya Ghar scheme

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU

BHUBANESWAR, JUNE 12, 2026

Marking a major milestone in Odisha’s clean energy journey, Khordha has become the first district in the state to surpass 10,000 rooftop solar installations under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana. With 10,754 rooftop solar systems installed and a cumulative capacity of nearly 35 MWp, the district continues to lead Odisha in rooftop solar adoption, setting a benchmark for renewable energy deployment across the state.

The achievement reflects Odisha’s growing commitment to clean energy and sustainable development. The state currently offers one of the most attractive rooftop solar subsidy structures in the country under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana for both up to 1 kW (ULA) and above 1 kW (non-ULA) consumer categories. Eligible consumers can avail combined Central and State Government subsidies of up to ₹1.38 lakh for rooftop solar installations, significantly reducing upfront costs and making clean energy adoption more affordable and accessible for households across urban and rural areas.

A key driver of this success has been the “Mo Chhata, Mo Sanchaya” campaign launched by Tata Power-led Odisha DISCOMs. The initiative has played a pivotal role in creating awareness about the economic and environmental benefits of rooftop solar among households, institutions and communities. Through extensive outreach activities, the campaign has encouraged consumers to adopt solar energy to reduce electricity expenses while contributing to a greener and more sustainable future.

Khordha emerged as a frontrunner in the campaign due to strong participation from both urban and rural consumers, proactive support from local administrations and effective consumer engagement initiatives. As part of the outreach programme, Surya Ghar Gram Sabhas are being organised at the Gram Panchayat level to educate citizens about rooftop solar technology, subsidy benefits, installation procedures and long-term savings opportunities.

The DISCOMs are also actively engaging with sarpanches, block-level officials, community leaders and citizens to facilitate consumer onboarding and maximise participation in the scheme. These collaborative efforts have enabled Khordha to become the first district in Odisha to achieve the landmark of more than 10,000 rooftop solar installations.

Under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, Tata Power-led Odisha DISCOMs have introduced several consumer-friendly measures to accelerate rooftop solar adoption. These include ensuring the availability of net meters, timely inspections and commissioning, streamlined vendor registration and management, and inter-departmental convergence for the solarisation of government buildings.

TPCODL CEO Gajanan S. Kale said, "Khordha becoming the first district in Odisha to surpass 10,000 rooftop solar installations under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana is a proud milestone for the state’s clean energy journey. This achievement reflects the growing trust of consumers in rooftop solar solutions and the success of our collective efforts through initiatives such as ‘Mo Chhata, Mo Sanchaya’ and Surya Ghar Gram Sabhas. We are encouraged by the enthusiastic participation of households, community leaders and local administrations in embracing sustainable energy. TPCODL remains committed to providing seamless consumer support, accelerating rooftop solar adoption and contributing to Odisha’s vision of a greener, self-reliant and energy-secure future."

Odisha’s rooftop solar progress has also earned national recognition under the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy’s (MNRE) “Month of Solar” Campaign conducted in May 2026. During the campaign, Odisha secured the top position among medium-category states across all three key performance indicators, receiving 30,214 applications, commissioning 12,964 rooftop solar systems and conducting 14,181 inspections during the month.

Khordha’s achievement, coupled with the state’s overall rooftop solar success, underscores Odisha’s emergence as a leader in accelerating the clean energy transition and empowering consumers to become active participants in building a sustainable energy future.