India has emerged as a global leader in solar power production, making significant strides in harnessing renewable energy. With ambitious targets set under the National Solar Mission, the country has surpassed expectations, ranking third in Asia and fourth in the world for solar power generation. The government’s commitment to sustainable energy is evident in its goal to extend solar energy utilization up to 100 GW by 2022.
India’s Largest Solar Power Plant 2023
The Bhadla Solar Park in Rajasthan, India, sprawls over 56 square kilometers, making it India’s largest solar power plant as of 2023. With a remarkable 2,055 megawatts capacity developed in four phases since 2015, it reflects India’s commitment to renewable energy. This solar giant, supported by substantial funding, significantly contributes to the nation’s clean energy goals and curtails an estimated 4 million tons of greenhouse gas emissions annually.
The park was developed in the following four phases:
- Phase I: 420 MW, completed in October 2018
- Phase II: 250 MW, completer in December 2018
- Phase III: 1,000 MW, completed in December 2019
- Phase IV: 775 MW, completed in December 2020
Top-10 Largest Solar Power Plant in India
The Bhadla Solar Park in Rajasthan, India, holds the title of the largest solar power plant in India with the power generating capacity of 2055 MW, followed by Pavagada Solar Park, Kurnool Ultra Mega Solar Park and NP Kunta Ultra Mega Solar Park.
Here is the list of top-10 largest solar power plants in India:
| Largest Solar Power Plants in India | ||||
| S. No. | Solar Power Plant | Location | Power Generation (MW) | Area of Park |
| 1. | Bhadla Solar Park | Rajasthan | 2055 | 14000 acres |
| 2. | Pavagada Solar Park | Karnataka | 2000 | 13000 acres |
| 3. | Ananthapuram Ultra Mega Solar Park | Andhra Pradesh | 1500 | 32.07 sq. km |
| 4. | Kurnool Ultra Mega Solar Park | Andhra Pradesh | 1000 | 5932 acres |
| 5. | NP Kunta Ultra Mega Solar Park | Andhra Pradesh | 978 | 7924 acres |
| 6. | Rewa Ultra Mega Solar Plant | Madhya Pradesh | 750 | 1590 acres |
| 7. | Kamuthi Solar Power Project | Tamil Nadu | 648 | 10 sq. km |
| 8. | Mandsaur Solar Park | Madhya Pradesh | 600 | 2 sq. km |
| 9. | Bhadla Phase-II | Rajasthan | 500 | 4,400 acres |
| 10. | Charanka Solar Park | Gujarat | 500 | 20 sq. km |
Largest Solar Power Plant in India – Bhadla Solar Park
Location: Jodhpur, Rajasthan
Power Generation: 2055 MW
Area of Park: 14000 acres
Bhadla Solar Park in Rajasthan, India, covering 56 square kilometers, holds the 2023 titles as the largest solar power plant in India as well as in the world with 2,055 MW capacity. Developed in four phases since 2015, it secures funding from various sources, contributing significantly to India’s renewable goals and reducing annual greenhouse gas emissions by 4 million tons.
India’s Second Largest Solar Power Plant – Pavagada Solar Park
Location: Tumkur, Karnataka
Power Generation: 2000 MW
Area of Park: 13000 acres
Owner: Karnataka Solar Power Development Corporation Ltd.
Pavadaga Solar Park, situated in Karnataka’s Tumkur district, spans 53 square km, making it the second largest solar power plant in India and third largest in the world, with a 2000 MW capacity. Completed in 2019 at a cost of Rs.14,800 crores, it stands as India’s second largest solar park.
Third Largest Solar Power Plant of India – Ananthapuramu Ultra Mega Solar Park
Location: Nambulapulakunta mandal, Ananthapur district, Andhra Pradesh
Power Generation: 1500 MW
Area of Park: 32.07 square km
The Ananthapuramu Ultra Mega Solar Park, the third largest solar power plant, is an expansive solar park in Anantapur district of Andhra Pradesh. Spread across a total area of 32.07 square km, it boasts the rank of the third-largest solar park in India. It ranks closely behind the Golmud Solar Park in China and the Bhadla Solar Park in Rajasthan and Pavagada Solar Park in Karnataka.
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