Odisha clears Rs 869.8 crore investment in renewable energy projects
By Sukant Mohanty
Bhubaneswar, July 26: Odisha has taken a decisive step forward in its renewable energy mission by approving fresh clean energy projects with a combined capacity of 178 MW, attracting investments worth Rs 869.8 crore.
The approvals were granted during the 12th meeting of the Single Window Committee (SWC) held on Thursday under the chairmanship of energy department principal secretary, Vishal Kumar Dev.
The meeting was attended by key officials, including the Managing Director and Directors of GRIDCO, Directors of Odisha Hydro Power Corporation (OHPC), the Engineer-in-Chief (Electricity)-cum-Principal Chief Electrical Inspector, and other senior members of the Committee. Project proposals, presented by the Chief Project Manager of the Renewable Energy Nodal Agency (RENA), were reviewed and approved after detailed examination.
Among the approved projects is a 69.5 MW solar park by Prozeal Green Energy Limited at Biramaharajpur in Subarnapur district. INOX Solar Limited received clearance for a 49.5 MW solar project at Telkoi in Keonjhar district, while Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL) secured approval for a 10 MW solar installation at Lakhanpur in Jharsuguda. Additionally, NLC India Renewables Limited will set up a wind power project at Papadahandi in Nabarangpur district. Combined, these account for 128.5 MW of solar and 49.5 MW of wind energy capacity.
With the latest approvals, the total renewable energy capacity cleared by the SWC has reached 1,844.86 MW, backed by cumulative investment commitments of Rs 12,599.79 crore. This milestone reflects the state’s accelerating transition to clean energy and its emphasis on ease of doing business in the green sector.
Officials highlighted that these projects support Odisha’s Renewable Purchase Obligations (RPOs) and contribute to India’s broader climate goals. They are also expected to generate employment and improve infrastructure in the respective districts.
The energy department reaffirmed its commitment to facilitating green investments and ensuring swift project approvals through effective coordination among all stakeholders.
