In Short : Over 16.7 lakh households have benefitted from the government’s rooftop solar scheme, with ₹9,000 crore disbursed, Parliament was informed. The programme promotes clean energy adoption, reduces power bills, and boosts renewable capacity nationwide. By supporting rooftop installations, the initiative advances India’s climate goals and encourages sustainable energy practices among citizens across urban […]
Delhi Launches Zero-Cost Rooftop Solar Scheme to Power Homes and Cut Bills – EQ
In Short : Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has launched a rooftop solar initiative under the RESCO model, enabling residents to install solar panels with zero upfront cost. Backed by a ₹50 crore budget and ₹30,000 state subsidy, the scheme aims to equip 2.3 lakh homes. It promises reduced electricity bills, cleaner energy, and supports […]
Andhra CM Naidu Seeks Centre’s Support for Rooftop Solar Scheme, Defence Manufacturing Hub – EQ
In Short : Andhra Pradesh CM N. Chandrababu Naidu has urged the Centre to support installing 20 lakh rooftop solar units under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana by 2025. He also proposed developing the state into a defence manufacturing hub with integrated facilities to strengthen indigenous aviation and strategic infrastructure, positioning Andhra as […]
Odisha CM Reviews Energy Dept’s Preparedness for Summer – EQ
In Short : Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik recently reviewed the Energy Department’s preparedness to meet the rising power demand during the upcoming summer months. The review focused on ensuring uninterrupted electricity supply, enhancing grid stability, and addressing potential challenges. The CM emphasized the importance of proactive measures to prevent outages and ensure reliable power […]
How new rooftop solar scheme will help boost capacity addition – EQ
In Short : The new rooftop solar scheme is expected to bolster capacity addition by incentivizing and facilitating the installation of solar panels on rooftops. Through subsidies, tax incentives, and streamlined processes, the scheme aims to make rooftop solar more accessible and attractive to residential, commercial, and industrial consumers, thereby accelerating the growth of solar […]
Cabinet approves Rs 75,021 crore rooftop solar scheme for 10 mn households – EQ
In Short : The Cabinet has approved a rooftop solar scheme worth Rs 75,021 crore, targeting 10 million households in India. This initiative reflects the government’s commitment to expanding solar energy adoption at the household level, promoting clean and sustainable power sources, and contributing to the country’s renewable energy goals. In Detail : The Cabinet […]
Rs 10,000 crore allocated for rooftop solar scheme for 10 million houses – EQ
In Short : The government has allocated Rs 10,000 crore for a rooftop solar scheme aimed at benefiting 10 million houses. This significant financial commitment underscores the importance of promoting solar energy adoption at the household level, contributing to sustainability, and achieving renewable energy targets in India. In Detail : The average household would be […]
ROOFTOP SOLAR SCHEME – 3377 MW capacity allocated to States; 4.3 lakh people have benefited from the Programme – Union Power & NRE Minister Shri R. K. Singh – EQ Mag
As on 28.2.2023, against the target capacity of 4000 MW for residential sector under Rooftop Solar Programme Ph-II, around 3377 MW capacity has been allocated to various state implementing agencies based on the demand received from them and an amount of Rs. 2917.59 Cr has been released to them under the Programme. 4.3 Lakh beneficiaries […]
TSREDCO Issue Tender for Supply of 50 MW Grid-Connected Rooftop Solar Plant of various capacities under the Phase-II of Grid Connected Rooftop Solar Scheme of MNRE in the State of Telangana – EQ Mag Pro
TSREDCO Issue Tender for Supply of 50 MW Grid-Connected Rooftop Solar Plant of various capacities under the Phase-II of Grid Connected Rooftop Solar Scheme of MNRE in the State of Telangana. For more information please see below link:
MNRE issues advisory for the general public on rooftop solar scheme – EQ Mag Pro
Clarifies no vendor authorised by Ministry for rooftop solar Advises Consumers to pay only rates decided by DISCOMS Residential consumers can apply online on DISCOM portals To generate solar power by installing solar panels on the roof of the houses, Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, Government of India is implementing Grid-connected Rooftop Solar Scheme […]