Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission (JNNSM) Phase I
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Government scheme — a structured programme with defined beneficiaries, budget allocation, and delivery mechanisms. The primary instrument for delivering welfare and development outcomes.
Summary
Part of NAPCC, targeting 20 GW of solar capacity by 2022 (later revised to 100 GW). Introduced feed-in tariffs, viability gap funding, and RPO mechanisms to promote grid-connected solar power.
Key Facts
TypeScheme
SourceHistorical Record
PublishedMonday, 11 January 2010
Affected Population1.4 billion consumers, 300 million without reliable power
Key Numbers
500 GW non-fossil fuel capacity target by 2030
Saubhagya: 100% household electrification
175 GW renewable energy installed (2025)
Net-zero target: 2070
Key Authorities
Ministry of PowerMinistry of New & Renewable EnergyCEAMinistry of Environment, Forest & Climate ChangeCPCB
Key Stakeholders
Power ConsumersDISCOMsCoal IndustryForest CommunitiesPolluting IndustriesRenewable Energy Firms
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