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 […]
India’s Rooftop Revolution: 850,000 Solar Installations Achieved Under PM-Surya Ghar! – EQ
In Short : India’s rooftop solar revolution has achieved a major milestone with 850,000 solar installations under the PM-Surya Ghar scheme. This initiative aims to promote clean energy adoption at the household level, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and contributing to India’s renewable energy goals. The success of the scheme highlights growing consumer interest in […]
PM Surya Ghar Scheme Powers 8.46 Lakh Homes, Boosting India’s Solar Revolution – EQ
In Short : Minister Shripad Naik announced that 8.46 lakh households have benefited from the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana. The scheme aims to promote solar energy adoption by providing free electricity through rooftop solar installations. It supports sustainable energy solutions while reducing electricity costs for households, aligning with India’s clean energy goals. In […]
PM-Surya Ghar: Govt approves two alternative payment methods for rooftop solar installation – source : PTI – EQ
The Ministry of New & Renewable Energy has come out with new guidelines, allowing two more payment methods for the installation of rooftop solar system under PM-Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana. The move will ensure payment security as well as the grant of subsidy to households in case of payments through Renewable Energy Service Company […]
MNRE issues Operational Guidelines for implementation of various components under PM-Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana – EQ
In Short : The MNRE has issued guidelines for the PM-Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, promoting rooftop solar adoption through models like RESCO and Utility-Led Aggregation. Financial support includes subsidies up to 40% and a ₹100 crore Payment Security Mechanism. DISCOMs receive incentives for increased solar capacity. The scheme targets 1 crore households, aiming to […]