PM Suryoday Yojana / Big decision of the government, 1 crore houses will get free electricity, 75 thousand crores will be spent

PM Suryoday Yojana: The government has geared up to provide free electricity to 1 crore houses under PM Suryoday Yojana. For this the Center will spend Rs 75,021 crore. Through this, a common citizen will get a benefit of Rs 15 thousand annually. Let us tell you that the Modi Cabinet has approved the PM-Surya Ghar: Free Electricity Scheme for installing rooftop solar panels in one crore houses.

Seal of cabinet

The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi approved PM-Surya Ghar: Free Electricity Scheme with a total outlay of Rs 75,021 crore to install rooftop solar panels and provide up to 300 units of free electricity every month to one crore households. Have given. Let us tell you that the Prime Minister had launched this scheme on 13 February 2024. Union Minister Anurag Thakur said that this scheme of the government will provide employment opportunities to 17 lakh people. India's manufacturing capacity will increase. Also, India's contribution to renewable energy will increase.

What is its specialty?

The government has given approval to install solar panels on the roof of the house. It has been said in the order that under this scheme, the government will provide 60% CFA of the total cost for 2 kW solar panel and 40% subsidy for 2 to 3 kW capacity. CFA will be limited to 3 kW. That means subsidy will not be available on more than 3 kilowatts. Based on current benchmark prices, this means the subsidy will be Rs 30,000 for 1 kW system, Rs 60,000 for 2 kW system and Rs 78,000 for 3 kW system or above.

How can I apply?

First of all register in the portal. After that select your state. Select the electricity distribution company. After that enter the electricity consumer number. Enter your mobile number and email. Login with consumer number and mobile number. Apply for rooftop solar as per the form.

Wait for feasibility approval from Discom. Once you get the feasibility approval, get the plant installed from any registered vendor with your Discom. Once the installation is complete, deposit the plant details and apply for the net meter. After the installation of the net meter and inspection by the Discom. After, they will generate the commissioning certificate from the portal.

Once you get the commissioning report. Provide bank account details and deposit a canceled check through the portal. You will receive your subsidy in your bank account within 30 days.