New Delhi, February 13
The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) has signed a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with NTPC Vidyut Vyapar Nigam Ltd (NVVN) for the installation of 3281 KW rooftop solar power plants across 16 CISF campuses, situated in 11 states by October 2025.
The CISF stated that this will be in addition to existing projects of capacity 1990 KW installed at four CISF campuses namely RTC Arakkonam (TN), Mahipalpur Campus (Delhi), RTC Behror (Rajasthan), 8th RB Jaipur (Rajasthan). Upon completion of the new installations, the total installed solar power capacity across all CISF campuses will reach 5271 KW.
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has entrusted NVVN with the execution of the project under the Renewable Energy Service Company (RESCO) Model for the installation, operation, and maintenance of rooftop on-grid solar power plants across all Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs).
Under this model, the capital expenditure is borne by the executing firm, NVVN, while the department is required to pay only for the electricity generated, at a fixed tariff rate, for the entire agreement period of 25 years. NVVN is expected to complete the installation and commence operations of the Solar Power Plant by 31st October 2025.
The upcoming solar power plants will be installed in the following 16 CISF campuses:
The major shift towards renewable energy will significantly reduce reliance on fossil fuel-based electricity. Solar energy, being a clean, green, and renewable power source, plays a crucial role in minimizing carbon footprints and promoting environmental conservation. The lower tariff of solar energy compared to conventional electricity rates will lead to substantial cost savings for CISF over the years. Moreover, these rooftop solar plants will ensure a reliable, uninterrupted, and sustainable power supply to CISF establishments, enhancing energy efficiency and self-sufficiency, officials further added.
