PM Suryaghar Yojana: According to a statement made in Parliament, around 1.45 crore registrations and 6.34 lakh installations have been completed under the PM Surya Ghar Free Electricity Scheme. The scheme was launched by the Prime Minister to achieve 1 crore rooftop solar installations in the residential sector by FY 2027, for which a budget of Rs 75,021 crore has been allocated. Union Minister of State (MoS) for New and Renewable Energy and Power, Shripad Naik, told the Rajya Sabha in a written reply that the national portal has reported a total of 1.45 crore registrations, 26.38 lakh applications, and 6.34 lakh rooftop solar installations.
So Many People Received Subsidy
According to the MoS, subsidies have been issued to 3.66 lakh applicants, and they are regularly released within 15 to 21 days. Gujarat has installed the highest number of solar power plants, with 2,86,545 installations under this initiative. Maharashtra follows with 1,26,344 solar power plants, while Uttar Pradesh has installed 53,423 solar power plants. Minister of State Naik mentioned that the ministry is working closely with all stakeholders, including REC, Discoms, and vendors, to address any challenges hindering the successful implementation of the scheme.
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300 Units of Free Electricity
PM Modi launched the Rooftop Solar Yojana to provide free electricity to consumers. This project, with an investment of over Rs 75,000 crore, aims to light up 1 crore homes by providing free electricity for up to 300 units every month. The central government is ensuring that people don’t bear any cost burden, offering substantial subsidies directly to their bank accounts and heavily subsidized bank loans.
Increase in Income, Reduction in Electricity Bills
To make the scheme popular at the grassroots level, urban local bodies and panchayats have been encouraged to promote rooftop solar systems in their areas. Additionally, the scheme is helping increase people’s income, reduce electricity bills, and create employment opportunities.
During my recent Gujarat visit, I went to the home of Jagshibhai Suthar. He and his family have benefitted from the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana. I also met other beneficiaries of this scheme. Here are the highlights… pic.twitter.com/StnEs85sdf
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 18, 2024
Here’s how to apply online for PM Suryaghar Yojana:
- Visit the official portal: Go to solarpanel.gov.in.
- Register: Create an account with your details.
- Fill Application: Complete the form with household and rooftop details.
- Select Vendor: Choose an approved vendor or Discom.
- Upload Documents: Submit necessary documents like ID and address proof.
- Submit: Submit the application and track its status.
- Installation: Once approved, the vendor installs the panels, and the subsidy is applied.