Odisha has emerged as a frontrunner in renewable energy adoption. Wins prestigious PM Surya Ghar Excellence Award.
Odisha tops prestigious PM Surya Ghar Excellence Awards: Odisha has achieved a historic milestone in the renewable energy sector. The state secured the top national honours at the PM Surya Ghar Excellence Awards.
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) recognized Odisha for its outstanding performance during the nationwide ‘Month of Solar’ campaign held in May 2026. Odisha’s achievements include, 1st Place for Maximum Consumer Applications, 1st Place for Maximum Solar installations, 1st Place for Maximum DISCOM Inspections, and 3rd Place for Maximum Vendor Registrations
The awards were officially presented by MNRE Minister Pralhad Joshi & officials and received by the Additional Secretary of the Energy Department of Odisha, Saidutta Biplab Keshari Pradhan, Officers from DISCOMs marking a moment of pride for the state’s administrative and field teams.
Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo lauded the achievement, attributing the success to seamless inter-departmental coordination and the relentless efforts of grassroots field officers. “Odisha is setting a shining example for the entire country in solar energy adoption. This recognition reinforces our commitment to environment-friendly development and lays the foundation for a self-reliant, energy-secure Odisha,” the Deputy Chief Minister stated in a celebratory message.
With a target to reach 3 lakh families by 2027, Odisha continues to scale its infrastructure, ensuring that the benefits of the clean energy transition reach every household through transparent inspection and a robust vendor ecosystem. Odisha has established itself as a frontrunner in India’s transition to clean and sustainable energy.
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