Rajasthan's New Policy on Pumped Storage Projects
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Region | Rajasthan, India |
| Policy Name | New Policy on Pumped Storage Projects |
| Objective | Promote renewable energy and achieve self-reliance in the energy sector |
| Key Announcement | State to become self-reliant in energy through renewable sources |
| Identified Locations | 8 potential locations |
| Total Capacity | 7,100 Megawatt (MW) |
| First Approved Project | 1,800 MW pumped storage project in Shahbad area, Baran district |
| River Basin | Kuno River basin |
| Relevant Policies | State's Wind and Hybrid Energy Policy (2019), Renewable Energy Policy (2023) |
| Kuno River Details | - Tributary of Chambal River |
| - Flows through Kuno National Park (south to north) | |
| - Vital water source for flora and fauna | |
| - 180 km long, originates from Vindhya mountain range, Madhya Pradesh |