Odisha Emerges as India’s Solar Growth Champion, Secures Top Honours at PM Surya Ghar Excellence Awards
Tata Power-led Odisha DISCOMs drive record rooftop solar adoption, empowering households across the state with clean and affordable energy
Bhubaneswar | June 4, 2026: Odisha has been recognised as one of India’s leading performers in the implementation of the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, securing the top position among states in the medium consumer base category at the prestigious PM Surya Ghar Excellence Awards.
The recognition follows Odisha’s outstanding performance during the nationwide “Month of Solar” campaign held in May 2026. The achievement is a result of the collaborative efforts of the Government of Odisha and the Tata Power-led Odisha DISCOMs. Operating as joint ventures with the state government, these DISCOMs serve as the nodal agencies for implementing the rooftop solar programme across Odisha.
Odisha earned national recognition across key implementation parameters, demonstrating excellence in consumer outreach, project execution, and operational efficiency:
- 1st Rank – Highest Number of Consumer Applications under PM Surya Ghar
- 1st Rank – Maximum Rooftop Solar Installations Commissioned
- 1st Rank – Highest Number of DISCOM Technical Inspections Conducted
- 3rd Rank – Maximum Vendor Registrations, strengthening the state’s solar ecosystem
As of June 2026, Odisha has recorded remarkable progress under the PM Surya Ghar initiative. The rapid adoption of rooftop solar is helping households reduce dependence on conventional grid power while enabling significant savings on monthly electricity expenses.
The impact of the programme extends beyond clean energy generation. Thousands of households across Odisha are witnessing substantial reductions in their electricity bills, with many consumers reporting near-zero monthly power expenses.
In Western Odisha alone, nearly 11,000 households have received nearly zero bills through rooftop solar adoption. The resulting savings are being channelled towards essential household priorities, including education, healthcare, mobility, and long-term financial security.
The success of Odisha’s rooftop solar programme highlights the state’s commitment to accelerating clean energy adoption, strengthening energy self-reliance, and advancing India’s renewable energy goals.
With continued support from the Government of Odisha, Tata Power-led Odisha DISCOMs, implementation partners, and consumers, the state is creating a scalable model for sustainable energy transition; one that combines environmental responsibility with tangible socio-economic benefits for citizens.
The recognition at the PM Surya Ghar Excellence Awards reinforces Odisha’s position as a frontrunner in India’s clean energy transformation and underscores its vision of building a greener, more energy-secure future for all.
