MNRE Publishes Updated List of Insurers for Solar Power Plants

The Ministry of of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has published a revised list of insurers that are providing insurance products to solar power plants for various associated risks. This circular was issued on February 26, 2024.

It may be recalled that MNRE’s prior list was dated January 7, 2020. This list was first created through consultations with Department of Financial Services (DFS) and Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI).

The MNRE has received several representations requesting updates to this list, hence the MNRE has now published a revised list of insurers.

This list enumerates the following 6 insurers and products:

InsurerProduct Name
The New India Assurance Co ltdNew India Solar Energy Insurance Policy
Tata AIG General Insurance Company LimitedWeather Insurance Policy and
Solar Module Warranty Insurance
HDFC ERGO GICLSolar Panel Warranty Insurance
ICICI Lombard General InsurancePhotovoltaic Panel Warranty Insurance
IFFCO-Tokio General Insurance Co. Ltd.Photovoltic Sales Policy
Cholamandalam MS GICLChola Solar Plant Protect Policy
Revised List of Insurers and Products

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