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PM – Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana
Ministry: Ministry Of New and Renewable Energy
"PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana" is a government scheme that aims to provide free electricity to households in India.
Start date15 Jan 2024
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About This Scheme
"PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana" is a government scheme that aims to provide free electricity to households in India. The scheme was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on February 15, 2024. Under the scheme, households will be provided with a subsidy to install solar panels on their roofs. The subsidy will cover up to 40% of the cost of the solar panels. The scheme is expected to benefit 1 crore households across India. It is estimated that the scheme will save the government Rs. 75,000 crore per year in electricity costs.
Benefits
Suitable Rooftop Solar Plant Capacity for households
₹30.0K · monthly
Average Monthly Electricity Consumption (units)Suitable Rooftop Solar Plant CapacitySubsidy Support0-150 1-2 kW₹ 30,000/- to ₹ 60,000/-150-3002-3 kW₹ 60,000/- to ₹ 78,000/-> 300Above 3 kW₹ 78,000/-
The benefits of the scheme include:
1. Free electricity for households.
1. Reduced electricity costs for the government.
1. Increased use of renewable energy.
1. Reduced carbon emissions.
Required Documents
- ✦Proof of identity.
- ✦Proof of address.
- ✦Electricity bill.
- ✦Roof ownership certificate.
✦ Required ◦ Optional
How to Apply
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Quick Info
- Level
- Central Government
- Max benefit
- ₹30.0K
- Launched
- 15 Jan 2024