During a review meeting in Rajasthan, Union Power Secretary Pankaj Agarwal stressed the necessity of an 'energy mix' approach to meet the state's long-term power demands. He urged local power utilities to expedite projects that combine renewable and conventional energy sources. Agarwal noted that while decentralized solar projects under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan (PM-KUSUM) scheme have gained traction, challenges remain regarding the integration of solar power into the grid. He emphasized the importance of enhancing grid stability and developing battery energy storage systems to ensure reliable power supply during peak hours. The meeting also covered topics such as electricity supply to the agriculture sector across 24 districts, loss reduction strategies, smart metering progress, and resource adequacy planning. Officials reported that approximately 3,800 MW of capacity has been installed in Rajasthan under the PM-KUSUM scheme, highlighting the state's commitment to improving renewable energy connectivity and transmission infrastructure.