In the solar system series, we have learned-
- Best Solar Panel
- Uses of Solar Energy
- Benefits of Solar System
- Amorphous Silicon Solar Cell
- Solar Inverter vs. Power Inverter
- On-Grid vs Off-Grid Solar Systems
- Automatic Solar Tracking System Project
Now, in this article, I am highlighting the top solar power plants in India, showcasing their established year, locations, installed power capacities, and operators.
List of Top 10 Solar Power Plants in India | Largest Plant
| # | Solar Power Plant | Established Year | Plant Location | Power Capacity (approximately) | Sector (Owner or Operator) |
| 01 | Bhadla Solar Park | 2015 | Bhadla, Jodhpur District, Rajasthan | 2,245 MW | Rajasthan Renewable Energy Corporation Limited (RRECL) and multiple private developers |
| 02 | Pavagada Solar Park | 2018 | Pavagada, Tumkur District, Karnataka | 2,050 MW | Karnataka Solar Power Development Corporation Ltd. (KSPDCL) |
| 03 | Kadapa Ultra Mega Solar Park | 2017 | Kadapa District, Andhra Pradesh | 1,000 MW | Andhra Pradesh Solar Power Corporation Private Limited (APSPCL) |
| 04 | NTPC Solar Power Plant, Bhadla | Bhadla, Jodhpur District, Rajasthan | 1,000 MW | National Thermal Power Corporation (NTPC) Limited | |
| 05 | Kurnool Ultra Mega Solar Park | 2017 | Kurnool District, Andhra Pradesh | 1,000 MW | Andhra Pradesh Solar Power Corporation Private Limited (APSPCL) |
| 06 | Ultra Mega Solar Power Project | 2016 | NP Kunta, Anantapur District, Andhra Pradesh | 1,000 MW | Andhra Pradesh Solar Power Corporation Private Limited (APSPCL) |
| 07 | Kamuthi Solar Power Project | 2016 | Kamuthi, Ramanathapuram District, Tamil Nadu | 648 MW | Adani Power |
| 08 | Rewa Solar Park | 2018 | Rewa, Madhya Pradesh | 750 MW | Rewa Ultra Mega Solar Limited (RUMSL), a joint venture between Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) and Madhya Pradesh Urja Vikas Nigam Limited (MPUVNL) |
| 09 | Charanka Solar Park | 2012 | Charanka, Patan District, Gujarat | 590 MW | Gujarat Power Corporation Limited (GPCL) |
| 10 | NP Kunta Solar Park | 2016 | NP Kunta, Anantapur District, Andhra Pradesh | 978 MW | Andhra Pradesh Solar Power Corporation Private Limited (APSPCL) |
These India’s largest solar power plants are key to building a greener and more sustainable energy future.
The following FAQs are related:
As of 2024, the Bhadla Solar Park in Rajasthan is the largest solar power plant in India.
Bhadla Solar Park in Rajasthan is often considered one of the best solar plants in India for several reasons such as power capacity, scalability, low tariff, technological innovation, and location.
The Cochin International Airport in Kerala is the first solar-powered airport in India and the world.
Gandhinagar, the capital of Gujarat, is recognized as India’s first solar city.
Diu, a small island town in the union territory of Daman and Diu, is known as India’s first 24×7 solar-powered city.
Rajasthan.
Modhera in Gujarat.
India’s first solar park is the Charanka Solar Park, located in Gujarat.
As of 2024, India ranks 4th globally in terms of installed solar power capacity. The top three countries ahead of India are China, the United States, and Japan
As of the most recent data (2024), India has over 2,500 solar power plants.
As of 2024, Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL), Tata Power Solar Systems Limited, Mahindra Susten, JSW Solar, and Renew Power are the 5 biggest or best solar companies in India.
LONGi Solar (China), Trina Solar (China), JA Solar (China), Canadian Solar (Canada), and First Solar (United States) are the top 5 solar companies in the world along with their respective countries.
As of 2024, here are the top 10 largest solar power plants in the world, based on their installed 1. Bhadla Solar Park- Rajasthan, India
2. PVSyst Solar Park- Tengger Desert, China
3. Datong Solar Power Top Runner Base- Shanxi, China
4. Noor Abu Dhabi- Abu Dhabi, UAE
5. Longyangxia Dam Solar Park- Zhejiang, China
6. Xina Solar One- South Africa
7. Kurnool Ultra Mega Solar Park- Andhra Pradesh, India
8. Charanka Solar Park- Gujarat, India
9. Tengger Desert Solar Park- Ningxia, China
10. Jaisalmer Solar Park- Rajasthan, India
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Read more about different power plants:
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- Top 10 Thermal Power Plants in India
- Top 10 Nuclear Power Plants in India
- Top 10 Wind Power Plants in India
- Pros & Cons of Thermal Power Plant
- Pros & Cons of Diesel Power Plant
- Pros & Cons of Nuclear Power Plant
- Hydroelectric Power Plant
- Pros of Hydropower
- Pros of Windpower
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