Haryana’s Clean Energy Mission, launched on June 17, 2025, aims to transform 500 villages by promoting renewable energy adoption. The initiative focuses on solar power, biogas, and energy-efficient technologies to ensure sustainable development and reduce carbon emissions. With a budget of ₹1,200 crore, it seeks to empower rural communities, enhance energy access, and align with India’s 2030 non-fossil fuel goals.
Haryana Launches Green Energy Drive for 500 Villages
On June 17, 2025, the Haryana government unveiled its Clean Energy Mission, a transformative initiative targeting 500 villages across the state to promote renewable energy and sustainable development. The ambitious program, backed by a ₹1,200 crore budget, aims to integrate solar power, biogas plants, and energy-efficient technologies into rural ecosystems, aligning with India’s goal of achieving 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030.
The mission prioritizes off-grid solar installations under the PM-KUSUM scheme, with Haryana already boasting 981 MW of off-grid solar capacity as of May 31, 2025, making it the second-highest in India after Maharashtra. Under this initiative, selected villages will receive solar panels for households, community centers, and irrigation systems, ensuring reliable and affordable energy access. The state plans to install solar-powered water pumps for farmers, reducing dependence on diesel and addressing the rising costs of agricultural power.
Additionally, the mission promotes biogas plants to utilize agricultural waste, such as paddy straw, to generate clean energy. This move complements Haryana’s efforts to eliminate paddy stubble burning by 2025, a major contributor to air pollution in the region. The state has set a timeline to mandate 20% biomass usage in non-NCR brick kilns by November 2025, scaling to 50% by 2028, as part of its broader air quality management strategy.
The initiative also includes upgrading rural infrastructure with energy-efficient appliances and street lighting, aiming to lower electricity tariffs for rural consumers. According to recent reports, 94% of Haryana’s electricity consumers fall under low-consumption categories, and the mission ensures no tariff hikes for agricultural users, making clean energy adoption cost-effective.
Haryana’s Clean Energy Mission is expected to create jobs, particularly in the installation and maintenance of renewable energy systems, boosting local economies. The government has partnered with the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) and private stakeholders to ensure timely implementation. Community training programs will educate villagers on maintaining solar and biogas systems, fostering self-reliance.
The mission also addresses environmental challenges, such as groundwater pollution in areas like Tauru, by integrating clean energy solutions with sustainable practices. Proposals for drone surveillance and 24/7 checkposts along borders aim to curb illegal waste dumping, ensuring a cleaner ecosystem for these villages.
As part of the rollout, the Haryana government has identified villages based on energy needs, agricultural activity, and environmental vulnerability. The initiative draws inspiration from successful models like the Adani Group’s 5 MW green hydrogen pilot plant in Gujarat, aiming to explore hydrogen-based energy solutions in the future.
This mission marks a significant step toward making Haryana a leader in India’s renewable energy transition, contributing to both national climate goals and rural empowerment.
Disclaimer: This article is based on information from government announcements, recent renewable energy reports, and environmental initiatives in Haryana as of July 6, 2025. Data is sourced from credible outlets like The Hindu, Hindustan Times, and Renewable Watch. Readers are advised to verify details through official government sources for the latest updates.