In Short : Uttar Pradesh has become the third-highest state in India for rooftop solar installations under the PM Surya Ghar Yojana. Strong public participation, efficient implementation, and rising awareness of solar benefits helped drive adoption. The state’s performance highlights its growing commitment to clean energy, reducing electricity costs for households while contributing to India’s […]
PM Surya Ghar Yojana Achieves 4.9 GW Rooftop Solar Amid Challenges, Only 13% of Target Completed – EQ
In Short : India’s PM Surya Ghar Yojana has added 4.9 GW of residential rooftop solar capacity, with over 57.9 lakh applications submitted. However, only 13% of the target—1 crore systems—has been achieved. Challenges include delayed subsidy disbursement, low consumer awareness, financing hurdles, and fragmented supply chains. Gujarat, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Kerala, and Rajasthan are leading, while other […]