Tata Power launches ‘Ghar Ghar Solar' in Pune
The firm is actively involved in promoting solar energy adoption through the 'Ghar Ghar Solar' campaign that is also aligned with the PM Surya Ghar Yojana. Dr Praveer Sinha, CEO and MD, Tata Power Company Ltd, who was in Pune at the launch event, said by the year-end the aim is to ensure at least six lakh rooftop installations pan-India.
Sinha spoke about the initiative with a special focus on Maharashtra. 'In Maharashtra, we are targeting to install 800-MW rooftop solar capacity over the next three years,' he said.
As of July 2025, Tata Power Solaroof has achieved a cumulative installed rooftop solar capacity of 775 MWp (megawatt peak) in Maharashtra catering to 27,910 customers. In Pune, where the company already has a presence with 200-MW installed capacity, plans are underway to add a further 250 MW in the next three years.
Announcing the key highlights of the new scheme, officials said it entails paying Rs 1,947 and owning the rooftop system, symbolic of the year of India's Independence. Elaborating, Sanjay Banga, CEO and MD of Tata Power Renewable Energy Ltd (TPREL), said it includes almost 100 per cent of system cost available as load, affordable EMIs, flexible financing tenures up to 60 months and complimentary one-year solar insurance for residential customers.
'This initiative aims to accelerate the adoption of residential rooftop solar by offering high-quality, affordable, and easily accessible solar energy solutions backed by trusted service,' he added.
Tata Power Company has expressed strong interest in obtaining a distribution licence for Pune city and adjoining Haveli, Maval, Mulshi, and Khed.
'We have submitted our application to the Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission for a licence to distribute electricity in Pune and adjoining areas. Yes, we are very much here,' Dr Praveer Sinha, CEO and MD, Tata Power Company Ltd said on Wednesday.
'MERC is reviewing our application and as per the process, a public hearing will be held,' Sinha said.
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