Solar Pump Subsidy: Big news for farmers in Uttar Pradesh! Now, farmers in the state won’t have to worry about electricity or diesel for irrigation. Under the Pradhan Mantri Kusum Yojana, 1,100 solar irrigation pumps will be installed in the district, providing affordable and continuous irrigation. Farmers will receive up to a 60% subsidy under this scheme, significantly reducing the cost of installing solar pumps.
The scheme operates on a first-come, first-served basis, so farmers who apply early will benefit first. These solar pumps will free farmers from electricity bills and eliminate their reliance on diesel, reducing costs and benefiting the environment.
How Much Subsidy Will Be Given?
Under the PM Kusum Yojana, farmers will receive a subsidy of up to 60%, with a maximum subsidy of ₹2.66 lakh. This subsidy will provide significant financial relief to farmers. The subsidy and farmer’s share will vary based on the pump’s capacity, as follows:
2 HP Solar Pump
- Total Cost: ₹1,71,716
- Subsidy: ₹1.03 lakh
- Farmer’s Share: ₹63,686
3 HP Solar Pump
- Total Cost: ₹2,32,721
- Subsidy: ₹1.38 lakh
- Farmer’s Share: ₹87,178
10 HP Solar Pump
- Total Cost: ₹5,57,620
- Subsidy: ₹2.66 lakh
- Farmer’s Share: ₹2.86 lakh (+ ₹5,000 token amount)
When and How to Apply?
Farmers interested in the PM Kusum Yojana can register for this scheme online. The registration started on February 28. Interested farmers can apply by visiting pmkusum.upagriculture.com.
What Are the Benefits of Solar Energy?
- Zero Electricity Bills: No electricity costs and no need for diesel.
- Long-Term Solution: Once the pump is installed, it provides free irrigation for years.
- Environmental Protection: Solar-powered pumps use pollution-free, green energy.
Additional Benefits from PM Surya Ghar Yojana
Apart from the PM Kusum Yojana, the Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Free Electricity Scheme is subsidizing solar panels for farmers and common citizens. This will reduce electricity costs and offer economic benefits. The solar pumps will ensure continued water availability for irrigation, boosting crop production. This government initiative will help make farmers self-reliant and increase their income.
What is PM Kusum Yojana?
The primary goal of the PM Kusum Yojana is to provide affordable irrigation facilities to farmers using solar energy. The government offers financial assistance to help farmers install solar pumps and solar power plants. This will make farmers self-sufficient and increase their income.