Overview
Diwakar is a 100 MW solar PV power plant in Rajasthan, India, owned by Lanco Infratech. The facility contributes to India's renewable energy targets under the national solar mission.
Diwakar is a 100 MW solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant located in Rajasthan, India, owned by Lanco Infratech. The facility is operational and represents a medium-to-large scale solar installation in the region, contributing to India's growing renewable energy capacity. Rajasthan's high solar irradiance makes it an ideal location for solar power generation. The plant operates under India's national renewable energy framework, including the Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission (JNNSM) and state-level renewable energy policies. India targets 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030, with solar playing a key role. The 100 MW capacity places Diwakar among significant utility-scale solar projects in the country. Environmentally, the facility helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based electricity. Solar PV plants have minimal water consumption and low operational emissions, though they require land for installation. The plant supports grid stability and contributes to India's energy security and climate goals.
Environmental context
Rajasthan's arid climate and high solar insolation make it one of India's prime regions for solar energy development. The Diwakar solar PV plant occupies land that may have been previously used for agriculture or grazing, with potential impacts on local flora and fauna. However, solar installations generally have lower ecological footprints compared to fossil fuel plants, and the region's abundant sunlight ensures efficient energy generation with minimal water use.
Frequently asked questions
Diwakar solar power plant is located in Rajasthan, India, at coordinates 27.7355 N, 71.6917 E.
Diwakar has an installed capacity of 100 megawatts (MW) and is a utility-scale solar photovoltaic facility.
Diwakar solar power plant is owned by Lanco Infratech, an Indian infrastructure company.
India's solar energy sector is supported by the Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission (JNNSM), state-level renewable energy policies, and national targets to achieve 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030.
Diwakar's 100 MW capacity helps India increase its solar power share, reduce carbon emissions, and meet its commitment to the Paris Agreement and national renewable energy targets.