Are you troubled by rising electricity bills and are also environmentally conscious, Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Yojana is a great option for you.
Under this government scheme, you can not only avail cheap electricity by installing solar panels on the roof of your house but can also contribute to keeping the environment clean.
Benefits of PM Surya Ghar Yojana
Savings in electricity bill- Solar panels generate electricity from sunlight, which reduces your dependence on the electricity company. This significantly reduces your electricity bill.
Environmental protection- Solar energy is a clean and renewable energy source. By installing solar panels, you reduce the use of fossil fuels, which reduces pollution.
Government subsidy- Under the PM Surya Ghar Yojana, the government provides subsidies for installing solar panels. This subsidy significantly reduces the cost and makes installing solar panels affordable for you.
Self-reliance- By installing solar panels, you do not depend on others for electricity. You can generate some of the electricity you need yourself.
How to avail of subsidy
To avail of the subsidy under the PM Surya Ghar Yojana, the subsidy amount has been fixed according to the capacity of the solar panel.
For example, if you install a 1 kW solar panel, you get a subsidy of ₹ 30,000 from the government. With this subsidy, the total cost of the panel becomes around ₹ 20,000.
Similarly, a panel of 2 kW capacity will cost you ₹ 40,000 and a panel of 3 kW or more capacity will cost around ₹ 67,000.
How to apply
You can apply in two ways to avail the PM Surya Ghar Yojana-
Online Application- Visit the official website of Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Yojana (pmsuryaghar.gov.in) and apply online by filling in the required information.
Offline Application- Contact your nearest Renewable Energy Development Agency (REDA) office and fill out the offline application form there.
PM Surya Ghar Yojana is not only a great way to reduce electricity bills but it also contributes to saving the environment.
You can save on electricity expenses and adopt clean energy by taking advantage of this scheme.
By adopting Surya Ghar Yojana, you can not only reduce electricity bills but also contribute to environmental protection. Apply today and take a step towards adopting clean energy.