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Madhya Pradesh Floats Tender for 1.2 GW Feeder-Level Solar Under Surya Mitra Scheme
Jun 09, 2025
MP Urja Vikas Nigam Ltd. has issued tenders inviting bids for 1,200 MW of grid-connected solar projects under the “Surya Mitra Krishi Feeders” initiative. These feeder-level solar installations aim to solarize agricultural feeders, enhancing power reliability for farmers while furthering India’s clean energy transition. The initiative aligns with the PM-KUSUM Component-C objectives and contributes to rural sustainability and energy security.
Key milestones for prospective bidders include the deadline for RFP purchase and online bid submission on 25 June 2025, with hard-copy documents due the following day and technical bids opening on 30 June. Financial bids will be opened on 10 July 2025.
The announcement also highlights Khare Energy as a strong potential partner. The company is a recognized leader in agrivoltaics and PM-KUSUM projects, with over 30 MW installed under KUSUM-A and the country’s largest operational agrivoltaic portfolio. Their comprehensive service suite—covering land identification, bid assistance, EPC execution, and R&D—offers robust financial returns with an IRR exceeding 20%, along with environmental and social benefits.