Punjab aims 85% electricity from green energy in 5 years; Sanjeev Arora highlights solar, BESS, ₹5,000 crore investment under Mann govt vision.
In a major move toward sustainable development, the Punjab Government, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, has set an ambitious target to generate 85% of the state’s electricity from green energy sources within the next five years. Cabinet Minister Sanjeev Arora, holding the portfolios of Industries, Commerce, and Power, announced this vision during a high-level interaction with industrialists, marking a significant shift in the state’s energy landscape.
A Massive Push for Renewable Energy and Storage
The roadmap includes a strategic focus on solar power integrated with advanced Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). Sanjeev Arora emphasized that the transition to 85% renewable energy is not just about environmental goals but about ensuring a reliable and sustainable power supply for the entire state. By combining solar generation with modern storage technology, the government aims to mitigate the intermittency of renewable sources and provide steady power around the clock.
Industrial Boost: Solar Installations Beyond Limits
In a move that has been widely cheered by the business community, Sanjeev Arora announced that industries are now permitted to set up solar power plants with a capacity of up to 25% above their sanctioned load. This policy reform is designed to encourage industrial units to become self-reliant in energy, significantly reducing operational costs and carbon footprints. “Our aim is to make Punjab’s industry globally competitive through affordable and green power,” the Minister stated.
Mann Sarkar Targets 85% Solar Power in 5 Years: Minister @SanjeevArora_PB
🔸 Major push for renewable energy + battery storage systems to ensure sustainable, reliable power
🔸 Industries allowed solar installations up to 25% above sanctioned load, boosting adoption
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₹5,000 Crore Investment in Power Infrastructure
The green energy transition is backed by a massive ₹5,000 crore investment under the ‘Roshan Punjab’ mission. Sanjeev Arora highlighted that these funds are being utilized to modernize the state’s aging transmission and distribution (T&D) network. The upgrade includes:
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Installation of 25,000 kilometers of new power cables.
Setting up 8,000 new transformers and 77 new substations.
Centralized monitoring via the SCADA system to eliminate power cuts.
Punjab: The New Hub for Industrial Investment
With record-breaking industrial growth and commitments worth over ₹60,000 crore in the current fiscal year, Punjab is emerging as a top investment destination. Sanjeev Arora noted that the state’s proactive reforms—ranging from a new industrial park policy to streamlined green energy approvals—are building immense investor confidence. Major industrial giants have already announced multi-crore projects, further solidifying Punjab’s position as a “Lighthouse State” for economic and energy reforms.
Through these comprehensive initiatives, Sanjeev Arora and the Mann administration are paving the way for a future where Punjab is not only power-surplus but also a leader in the global shift toward clean energy.
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