Haryana Crosses 2 GW Solar Capacity, Studies Philippines’ Energy Model For Solar Growth

Haryana Energy Minister Anil Vij, at a recent meeting in Ambala with a high-level delegation from the Philippines, stated that Haryana has already installed over 2.1 GW of solar capacity and is expanding rooftop solar capacity across homes, industries, and institutions. Vij also explained that under the PM-KUSUM scheme, the state has distributed more than 1.65 lakh solar irrigation pumps, helping farmers reduce costs while cutting emissions.

Sharing Haryana’s achievements, the minister added, “Haryana has developed projects including a 10 MW solar plant at Panipat, over 448 MW of ground-mounted solar projects, 13 sanctioned solar parks, and the declaration of Panchkula as a Model Solar City. As of July 2025, Haryana’s total installed and contracted renewable capacity has reached 6,264 MW, representing 38.6% of its total generation capacity, with solar contributing nearly 2,200 MW.”

He added that the state has also implemented rooftop solar in government schools and hospitals, introduced net metering, and promoted stubble-to-biomass energy projects to encourage innovation. These efforts have earned Haryana multiple national awards from the Ministry of Power for excellence in energy efficiency and conservation, he asserted.

Vij said that India’s progress is evident, with over 119 GW of installed solar capacity in 2025, placing it among the top five nations globally. Landmark projects such as the 2,200 MW Bhadla Solar Park in Rajasthan and has underaken initiatives like the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana and the PM-KUSUM scheme have made solar energy both affordable and accessible, empowering households and farmers.

Philippines As A Model For Haryana

The meeting in Ambala with the high-level delegation from the Philippines was led by Jenny Lin Granados Maaño, Co-Founder and President of SUNSMART Solar Power Technology Inc., and Kabir KV, CEO of ANPM. Maaño delivered a detailed presentation on green energy, the expansion of solar systems, the impact of climate change and global warming, ecology and environment, sustainability, intelligent micro-grids, smart utility networks, and digitization. Commending Maaño’s initiative to provide 24/7 off-grid access to 100% green energy, Vij noted that it aligns seamlessly with India’s Net Zero commitments and Haryana’s renewable roadmap.

After the programme, while interacting with media persons, Vij said that for global progress, it is essential to exchange scientific research and best practices among nations. Referring to Maaño’s visit, he highlighted the unique model developed in the Philippines, where electricity is generated locally on each of its 7,641 islands due to the challenges of a single-grid supply. He said Haryana will study this model and expressed hope that the Philippines will invest ₹1,000 crore in the state to implement similar decentralized energy solutions in villages.

Haryana Aligning With Green Hydrogen Policy

Vij further noted that India has also launched the National Green Hydrogen Mission to produce 5 MTPA of green hydrogen by 2030. The energy minister emphasized that Haryana is also playing a key role in India’s Green Hydrogen Mission. 

He further added, "With its proximity to the NCR, the state has drafted a Green Hydrogen Policy targeting production of 250 KTPA of green hydrogen and 2 GW of electrolyser manufacturing capacity by 2030, to support industrial decarbonization, energy security, and exports. As an agrarian state, Haryana has further advanced in bio-energy by utilizing surplus paddy straw through Compressed Bio-Gas (CBG) plants. Seventeen CBG plants with a total capacity of 108.9 TPD have already been commissioned, with eleven more under construction."

On this occasion, ACS of the Energy Department, A.K. Singh, Managing Director (MD) of HVPNL, J. Ganesan, MD of UHBVN, Ashok Meena, and other senior officers of the Energy Department and members of the delegation were present.