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Over 15.76 lakh families have benefited from PM Modi's Surya Ghar free solar power scheme. The initiative provides subsidies for rooftop solar panels, reducing electricity bills and allowing surplus energy sales. MP Madan Rathore highlighted the scheme's transparency through its online portal. This program marks a major step in India's renewable energy and self-reliance goals.

Key Points: 15.76 Lakh Families Get Free Solar Power Under PM Surya Ghar Scheme

  • 15.76 lakh families enrolled in PM Surya Ghar scheme as of July 19
  • Subsidies range from Rs 30,000 to Rs 78,000 per household
  • Online portal ensures transparent application and subsidy process
  • Excess solar power can be sold back to the grid
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Over 15.76 lakh families benefited from PM Surya Ghar Free Electricity scheme: MP Madan Rathore

Over 15.76 lakh families benefit from PM Modi's free solar power scheme, saving on electricity bills and earning from surplus energy.

"This scheme ensures free electricity and income from surplus power, transforming lives nationwide. - MP Madan Rathore"

Jaipur, July 29

More than 15,76,860 families across the country have benefited from the Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This achievement, recorded as of July 19, reflects the Government of India’s firm commitment to expanding renewable energy access and promoting sustainable living.

In response to a question raised by MP Madan Rathore in the Rajya Sabha, Minister of State for New and Renewable Energy and Power, Shripad Yesso Naik, shared this data with the House.

He said that rooftop solar panels have been installed in the homes of the beneficiary families, enabling them to not only receive free electricity but also contribute excess power to the national grid.

MP Madan Rathore highlighted that the Prime Minister had launched this historic and visionary scheme in February 2024 to promote clean, affordable energy and strengthen India's solar mission.

The scheme ensures complete transparency through an online system -- from application to subsidy disbursal -- via the national portal: pmsuryaghar.gov.in. This digital-first approach has not only brought relief to lakhs of families burdened by electricity costs, but it has also become a major milestone in India’s journey towards energy self-reliance and environmental protection.

MP Rathore also detailed the subsidy structure under the scheme, Rs 30,000 subsidy for 1 kW, Rs 60,000 subsidy for 2 kW, Rs 78,000 subsidy for 3 kW and an additional Rs 6,000 per kW up to 10 kW.

This has resulted in significant savings in electricity bills, while also creating opportunities for income generation by selling surplus electricity back to the grid, said Rathore.

- IANS

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Priya S
While the scheme is good, the application process needs improvement. My neighbor waited 3 months for approval. The portal often crashes during peak hours. Government should increase server capacity for smoother implementation.
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Aman W
Solar energy is the future! ♻️ My village in Rajasthan is transforming with this scheme. Many farmers are using the extra income from selling surplus power to educate their children. Jai Hind!
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Sarah B
As an environmentalist, I appreciate this move towards renewable energy. However, I hope the government also focuses on proper recycling of solar panels after their lifespan ends. Sustainability should be end-to-end.
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Kavya N
मेरे पापा ने बताया कि हमारे घर में सोलर पैनल लगने के बाद से बिजली का बिल आधा हो गया है! सच में यह योजना आम आदमी के लिए वरदान है। धन्यवाद मोदी जी! 🙏
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Vikram M
Good initiative but implementation is patchy across states. In my district, only urban areas are benefiting while rural applications are pending. Government should ensure equal access for all Indians.
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