Dehradun, Feb. 18 -- Uttarakhand has achieved a significant milestone in the field of renewable energy by crossing 1 gigawatt (1000 MW) of installed solar power capacity in the state. According to the latest data, the state's total installed solar capacity stands at approximately 1,027.87 MW, reflecting Uttarakhand's strong commitment to clean and green energy.

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said that crossing the 1 GW solar capacity mark is the result of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visionary leadership and his clear policy focus on renewable energy, as per the release.

The Chief Minister stated that the vision of "Atmanirbhar Bharat" and green energy presented by Prime Minister Modi has inspired Uttarakhand to turn solar energy ...