News Reporter
Significant Progress: 1,073 kW Installed Across 311 Households in Assam
Guwahati, July 23, 2024 – Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced a significant achievement under the PM-Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, with a total capacity of 1,073 kW installed across 311 households in the state. This initiative is part of a broader push to promote solar energy and sustainable living.
With robust backing from the Interim Budget 2024 and the Union Budget 2024, the scheme is expected to see widespread adoption across numerous households in Assam. The PM-Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in February, aims to provide up to 300 units of free electricity per month to one crore households, leveraging solar power to drive sustainable development. The project, which involves an investment exceeding Rs 75,000 crore, underscores the government's commitment to green energy.
To make the scheme affordable, the government plans to offer substantial subsidies directly to beneficiaries' bank accounts and provide highly concessional bank loans. Prime Minister Modi assured that citizens would not face any financial burden from the initiative. The scheme will bring together all stakeholders through a National Online Portal.
Urban local bodies and panchayats will play a crucial role in promoting rooftop solar systems in their areas, with incentives provided to encourage widespread adoption. This initiative is expected to increase household income, reduce power bills, and generate employment opportunities.
Prime Minister Modi has urged residential consumers, especially the youth, to support the 'PM-Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana' by applying through the official portal at pmsuryaghar.gov.in