NLC India commissions 300 MW solar power project at Barsingar

NLC India Ltd. (NLCIL) has successfully commissioned the entire 300 MW capacity of its Barsingar Solar power project at Barsingar in Rajasthan.

Developed under the Central Public Sector Undertaking (CPSU) scheme of the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), the first phase of the project with 52.83 MW was commissioned in August 2025 while in the second phase, 106 MW was declared commercially operational in November 2025. The commissioning of the balance capacity now marks the completion of one of the largest solar power projects implemented by NLCIL.

According to a press note, with the commissioning of the full 300 MW capacity, NLCIL’s total renewable energy installed capacity has increased to 1,766 MW, while the company’s overall installed power generation capacity now stands at 7,726 MW, further strengthening its position as a key contributor to India’s clean energy transition.

The Barsingar solar power project has been developed using domestically manufactured, high-efficiency solar PV modules, in line with the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative, promoting indigenous manufacturing and reducing dependence on imports. The project contributes to India’s vision of Viksit Bharat by supporting sustainable growth, energy security and climate action.

The entire power generated from the project will be supplied to the State of Rajasthan, augmenting the States’ renewable energy mix and supporting national renewable energy targets.

According to Prasanna Kumar Motupalli, Chairman and Managing Director of NLCIL, “The successful commissioning of the entire 300 MW Barsingar Solar power project is a significant milestone in NLC India Limited’s renewable energy journey. This project reflects our strong execution capabilities, commitment to clean energy, and alignment with national priorities under the MNRE’s CPSU scheme. The company remains committed to expanding its renewable portfolio and playing a pivotal role in achieving the vision of Viksit Bharat.”