NHPC Limited has commenced operations for the 107.14 MW unit of the Karnisar solar power project in Bikaner, Rajasthan. This forms part of the company’s 300 MW solar project at the site. The commissioned capacity achieved commercial operation on April 12, 2025, following successful trial runs completed on April 10. The project is connected to the interstate transmission system (ISTS), with initial injection of 31 MW starting in March 2025.
The commercial operation date (COD) for the remaining capacity will be announced in phases, with full commissioning targeted by August 31, 2025.