Cleanmax and Nuvoco Plan 46.4 MW Hybrid Captive Plant in Rajasthan
Cleanmax and cement manufacturer Nuvoco are set to develop a 46.4 MW wind-solar hybrid captive power project in Rajasthan, according to a report by Prop News Time on 5 October 2026. No financial value, specific district location, or project timeline was disclosed in the available reporting.
The project falls under the captive power sub-sector, where industrial consumers develop dedicated generation assets to meet their own electricity needs rather than drawing supply from the grid. Wind-solar hybrid configurations are increasingly favoured for captive use because they smooth out variability between the two resources, improving plant load factors.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Project type | Wind-solar hybrid captive power |
| Capacity | 46.4 MW |
| Developer | Cleanmax |
| Offtaker / promoter | Nuvoco |
| Location | Rajasthan |
| Project value | Not disclosed |
| Stage | Not disclosed |
Rajasthan's Growing Captive Power Footprint
Rajasthan's wind and solar resource base has made it a preferred destination for hybrid captive projects, and several large schemes are already moving through approvals in the state. Projects India tracks 2,437 captive power projects across the country, and Rajasthan features prominently in recent additions: Star Cement North East Limited alone has two captive power plant projects under approvals in the state — one at Jaisalmer valued at Rs 3,000 crore and another at Beawar valued at Rs 3,650 crore.
Eighteen captive power projects have been added to the Projects India database in the last 90 days, indicating sustained origination activity in the sub-sector nationally.
National Pipeline: Stage and Geography Breakdown
Of the 2,437 captive power projects tracked by Projects India, the largest share — 1,046 — are at the Under Approvals stage, representing the broadest window of opportunity for suppliers seeking early engagement. A further 278 have entered Construction Started, while 155 have received approvals and are approaching procurement. Against that, 283 projects are on hold and 82 have been cancelled, underlining the importance of tracking project status closely.
Geographically, Maharashtra leads with 405 tracked projects, followed by Karnataka (301), Chhattisgarh (300), Uttar Pradesh (200), Andhra Pradesh (153) and Odisha (145). Rajasthan is not in the top six by volume in the Projects India database, but recent high-value project activity in the state signals growing momentum. Suppliers with a Rajasthan presence or the ability to mobilise there may find the pipeline worth monitoring.
For a broader view of activity across the power sector, the Projects India power projects sector overview covers developments across sub-sectors including captive, transmission and generation.
Captive Hybrid Projects: A Wider Trend
The Cleanmax-Nuvoco project is one of several recent captive renewable developments. In a separate development tracked by Projects India, NLC India and National Aluminium Company formed a 50:50 joint venture for a 1,080 MW captive power plant, illustrating the scale at which industrial groups are pursuing dedicated generation capacity. Meanwhile, smaller-scale captive solar installations — such as the 10 MW solar captive plant commissioned at Aster Medcity in Kerala — demonstrate that activity spans a wide range of capacities and sectors.
Cement and building-materials manufacturers have been active in this space, motivated by energy cost management and sustainability commitments. Nuvoco's participation in the Rajasthan project is consistent with that broader industrial trend.
What this means for suppliers and contractors
The 46.4 MW scale of the Cleanmax-Nuvoco project places it in a range that typically requires wind turbine supply, solar module procurement, balance-of-plant civil works, and grid-interconnection infrastructure. Equipment makers supplying wind turbines, inverters and mounting structures, as well as EPC contractors with hybrid project experience in Rajasthan, are the most directly relevant parties.
More broadly, with 1,046 captive power projects nationally sitting at the Under Approvals stage, the pipeline ahead of formal tender issuance is substantial. Suppliers who engage at the approvals stage — before procurement processes open — are better positioned to influence specifications and build relationships with project promoters. Rajasthan's combination of high renewable resource quality, an active project pipeline and recent large-scale announcements makes it a priority geography for early prospecting.
No open tenders in the Power Projects sector are currently recorded in the Projects India database. Suppliers can monitor new opportunities as they emerge via the Projects India live tenders page.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Cleanmax Nuvoco captive power project in Rajasthan?
Cleanmax and Nuvoco are developing a 46.4 MW wind-solar hybrid captive power project in Rajasthan. The project was reported by Prop News Time on 5 October 2026. No project value, specific district, or timeline has been disclosed in the available reporting.
How many captive power projects are tracked in India?
Projects India tracks 2,437 captive power projects across India. Of these, 1,046 are at the Under Approvals stage, 278 are under construction, and 155 have received approvals. Maharashtra, Karnataka and Chhattisgarh have the highest concentration of tracked projects.
Which states have the most captive power projects in India?
Based on Projects India data, Maharashtra leads with 405 tracked captive power projects, followed by Karnataka with 301, Chhattisgarh with 300, Uttar Pradesh with 200, Andhra Pradesh with 153 and Odisha with 145.
