In Short : Gujarat leads India in rooftop solar adoption under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, installing 3.36 lakh systems generating 1,232 MW—34% of total national installations. The initiative has saved coal and reduced carbon emissions, with ₹2,362 crore disbursed in subsidies. Proactive policies and public participation have made Gujarat a model for […]
Parliamentary Estimates Committee Reviews PM-KUSUM and PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana at Agrivoltaics Site in Issapur, Delhi – EQ
In Short : The Parliamentary Estimates Committee reviewed PM-KUSUM and PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana at an agrivoltaics site in Issapur, Delhi. The visit highlighted challenges like subsidy delays, limited solar pump capacity, and slow implementation. The committee recommended policy adjustments, broader inclusion of institutions, and enhanced financing to boost renewable energy adoption in […]
India adds record RE capacity of 25 GW in FY25 Pralhad Joshi – EQ
In Short : India added a record 25 GW of renewable energy capacity in FY25, a 35% rise from the previous year, as announced by Minister Pralhad Joshi. Solar led the growth, contributing 21 GW. India’s total non-fossil capacity reached 214.677 GW. The nation remains committed to its 500 GW renewable target by 2030 despite […]
PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana to be Implemented in Nagagaland – EQ
In Short : The PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana will soon be implemented in Nagaland. This scheme aims to provide free electricity by promoting rooftop solar panel installations on residential houses. Beneficiaries will receive up to 300 units of free electricity per month, reducing power bills and promoting clean energy. The initiative supports the […]
Rooftop installations under PM Surya Ghar cross 1 mn mark: Pralhad Joshi – EQ
In Short : Rooftop solar installations under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana have surpassed 1 million, announced Union Minister Pralhad Joshi. The scheme, offering subsidies for household solar panels, supports India’s goal of 500 GW renewable energy by 2030. It reduces electricity bills, cuts emissions, and boosts energy security, driving the country’s transition […]
PM Surya Ghar: India’s Solar Revolution – EQ
In Short : PM Surya Ghar is India’s flagship initiative to boost solar energy adoption, aiming for energy independence, sustainability, and economic growth. Through rooftop solar panels, solar parks, and policy support, the program reduces fossil fuel reliance, cuts emissions, and creates jobs. Challenges include high costs and grid integration, but with innovation and public […]
PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana Crosses Milestone of 10 Lakh Installations – EQ
In Short : PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana has surpassed 10 lakh rooftop solar installations, marking a major milestone in India’s renewable energy push. The scheme provides households with free electricity through solar power, supported by government subsidies. It aims to reduce electricity bills, cut carbon emissions, and promote energy independence, aligning with India’s […]
Exolar Energy Expands to Uttarakhand Under PM Surya Ghar Yojana – EQ
India – Exolar Energy, one of the fastest-growing solar energy startups, has expanded its footprints to Uttarakhand under PM Surya Ghar Yojana, providing competitive and effective solar power solutions to residential and business consumers. With this expansion, Exolar Energy is now operational in 7 major cities, including Delhi, Gurugram, Noida, Faridabad, Lucknow, Dehradun, and Haridwar. […]
PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana Turns One – EQ
In Short : The PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana marks its first anniversary, benefiting 8.46 lakh households with rooftop solar panels. 45% of users now receive zero electricity bills. With ₹4,308 crore disbursed in subsidies, the scheme aims for one crore installations by 2027, promoting renewable energy, cost savings, and sustainability across India. In […]
PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana Powers 8.86 Lakh Households, Aims for Nationwide Solar Expansion – EQ
In Short : The PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana has benefited 8.86 lakh households, with 1.71 crore registrations and 45.15 lakh applications as of February 2025. The initiative aims to reach one crore households by 2027, with 45% of beneficiaries enjoying zero electricity bills. The government targets 10 lakh installations by March 2025 and […]