Sembcorp Industries Secures 450MW Wind-Solar Hybrid Project

27 Jan 2024 CW Team

The subsidiary of Sembcorp Industries clinched the project through competitive bidding, reinforcing its position in the renewable energy sector. This development aligns with India's emphasis on expanding its renewable energy capacity and reducing its carbon footprint.

The 450MW wind-solar hybrid power project is a strategic move towards harnessing the complementary benefits of wind and solar energy. This innovative approach not only maximizes power generation but also enhances the project's efficiency and overall sustainability.

Sembcorp Industries continues to play a pivotal role in advancing India's renewable energy goals, and this latest success adds another milestone to its portfolio. The project's capacity is expected to make a substantial contribution to the nation's renewable energy capacity, fostering a greener and more sustainable energy mix.

As the global focus intensifies on transitioning to clean energy sources, Sembcorp Industries' successful bid for the 450MW wind-solar hybrid project underscores the company's dedication to driving positive change in the realm of renewable energy. This initiative is set to pave the way for increased adoption of hybrid power projects, furthering India's journey towards a low-carbon and sustainable energy future.

Infrastructure Urban

13 Mar 2026

Implementation Status of Jal Jeevan Mission

Since August 2019 the Government has implemented Jal Jeevan Mission to provide assured potable water through household tap connections in rural India. At the start of the mission only 32.3 million (mn) rural households, representing 16.7 per cent, were reported to have tap water connections. States and union territories have reported that 125.8 mn additional rural households have since been provided with tap connections. As a result, of about 193.6 mn rural households roughly 158.2 mn, or 81.71 per cent, are reported to have tap water supply at home.\n\nThe State, district and village level st..

Jal Jeevan Mission Reaches Eighty One Per Cent Rural Coverage

The Government reported substantial progress under the Jal Jeevan Mission, launched in August 2019 to provide tap water to every rural household. At launch only 32.3 million (mn) rural households had tap connections and states and Union territories reported provision of 125.8 mn additional households by March 2026. Consequently, out of about 193.6 mn rural households around 158.2 mn, or 81.71 per cent, are reported to have tap water at home. The Finance Minister announced extension of the mission until 2028 in the 2025-26 budget speech. The Swachh Bharat Mission Grameen, launched in October 20..

Empowering Local Governance for Sustainable Rural Water Supply

The Ministry of Jal Shakti has aligned the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) with the 73rd Amendment to strengthen village level planning and community ownership of water supply. Gram Panchayats, village water and sanitation committees and Pani Samitis are to plan, implement, manage and maintain piped water systems, with gram sabha processes formalising handover and oversight. Implementation support agencies including non government organisations, community based organisations and self help groups have been empanelled to train local committees and promote women participation. Under JJM, the department ..