Tata Power Renewable Energy (TPREL), a Tata Power subsidiary, on Wednesday announced the commissioning of the 126 megawatt (MW) Omkareshwar floating solar project, one of India’s largest floating solar installations.

The engineering procurement and construction (EPC) contract worth ₹596 crore was awarded by NHPC, the company said.

Located in the Khandwa district of Madhya Pradesh, the Omkareshwar floating solar project supplies sustainable power to the Madhya Pradesh Power Transmission Company (MPPTCL).

Uniquely positioned between the Indirasagar and Omkareshwar hydroelectric reservoirs, this project has navigated complex environmental and logistical challenges—such as fluctuating water levels, high winds, and limited site access—reaching successful completion within just 26 months.

The project features 213,460 bifacial glass-to-glass modules, generating 204,580 MWh of energy annually while offsetting 173,893 tonnes of CO₂ emissions each year.

To ensure stability and operational efficiency, the installation incorporates cutting-edge engineering solutions such as robust mooring systems, wave breakers, ballast anchors, and adaptive cableways.

Additionally, it hosts the world’s largest inverter floating platform, covering 260 hectares of water body area —a new global benchmark in floating solar technology. Beyond carbon reduction, the project conserves an estimated 32.5 million cubic meters of water annually by minimizing reservoir evaporation.

Deepesh Nanda, CEO and Managing Director at TPREL, said, “This project is a powerful example of how we can harness renewable resources to drive substantial carbon reduction while optimising the use of our precious land and water resources.”

NHPC Managing Director Rajeev Jain said, “By partnering with TPREL on this project, we have demonstrated that floating solar technology can provide clean energy while preserving vital water resources. We are excited about the potential this project holds for future renewable energy developments in India.”

The Omkareshwar floating solar project is a blueprint for future installations worldwide and establishes an international standard for floating solar technology. It illustrates how technical innovation can overcome environmental obstacles and have a lasting impact on India’s journey toward renewable energy leadership.

With this achievement, TPREL’s total renewable energy capacity now stands at 10.9 gigawatts (GW), with 5.6 GW of projects in various stages of implementation. Its operational capacity has reached 5.3GW, comprising 4.3 GW solar and 1 GW wind energy projects.

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