Maharashtra Breaks World Record with Unprecedented Solar Pump Installations in One Month

Bhubaneswar :  Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Limited (MSEDCL)has successfully driven the installation of 45,911 off-grid solar agricultural pumps in just 30 days, as awared by the Guinness World Records (GWR). This achievement positions Maharashtra as the fastest-deploying solar agriculture state in India and second only to China globally in the scale and speed of solar pump deployment by a single administrative region.

This accomplishment reflects MSEDCL’s commitment to accelerating India’s clean energy transition, improving farmer livelihoods, and supporting sustainable irrigation through the effective implementation of the PM-KUSUM (Component B) and Magel Tyala Saur Krushi Pump Yojana (MTSKPY) schemes.

Through these initiatives, MSEDCL has established a scalable and replicable model for solar irrigation deployment, demonstrating how strong systems, real-time monitoring, and farmer-first execution can drive transformative outcomes.

With over 7.47 lakh solar pumps installed to date and a target of 10.45 lakh pumps, MSEDCL is spearheading one of the largest renewable energy transitions in India’s agricultural sector, creating a model that can be replicated across states and internationally.

Speaking on the occasion, Hon’ble Chief Minister Shri Devendra Fadnavis said, “Under the guidance of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and his transformative PM-KUSUM initiative, Maharashtra has accelerated the shift toward clean, farmer-centric irrigation. In one month, we have installed more than 45,911 solar pumps across the state, making Maharashtra the No.1 state in India for solar agriculture. This achievement ensures irrigation security, improves productivity and farmer incomes and reduces the dependence on conventional energy sources. The state government is committed to expanding this momentum and building a resilient, sustainable, and prosperous future for every farmer in Maharashtra. Congratulations to State Discom (Mahaviotaran) “

Shri Lokesh Chandra, IAS, Chairman & Managing Director, MSEDCL, added, “This success has been possible due to efficient scheme design, transparent vendor empanelment, and strict service-level compliance. Every vendor is mandated to resolve farmer grievances within three days, failing which the matter escalates to MSEDCL for action. The State has also adopted a policy to release new agricultural connection throgh off-grid solar pumps, shifting fully to solar-based solutions. Our pump-sizing policy: 3 HP for up to 2.5 acres, 5 HP for up to 5 acres, and 7 HP for larger holdings. This ensures equitabledistribution and maximum benefits to small and marginal farmers.”