The PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana is creating quite a buzz in Pune as a total of 13,677 applications have been approved for free electricity provision. This initiative is set to provide households and residential complexes with free electricity for a whopping 25 years, a move that will greatly improve energy access for residents in the Pune circle.
Here’s a quick breakdown of the approved applications:
– Total Applications Approved: 13,677
– Implemented Solar Projects:
– Pune City: 1,391 projects
– Pimpri Chinchwad: 771 projects
– Other Talukas: 586 projects across various areas like Mulshi, Velhe, Haveli, Ambegaon, Junnar, Khed, and Maval
Some key details to note about the scheme include:
– Consumers can enjoy free electricity up to 360 units per month for household consumers.
– 2,748 rooftop solar power projects have been completed in the Pune circle, generating a total of 13.73 MW of solar energy.
– Monthly electricity bills have been reduced to zero for consumers thanks to these installations.
– An additional 460 rooftop solar projects are currently in progress.
Households can generate between 120 to 360 units of free electricity through rooftop solar systems ranging from one to three kW. Additionally, loan facilities are available from various banks at discounted interest rates to help with the installation of solar projects.
Government support and incentives are also in place, with Deputy Chief Minister and Energy Minister Devendra Fadnavis endorsing the scheme. The Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Limited (MSEDCL) is facilitating automatic approval for applications up to 10 kW, along with providing direct subsidies for rooftop solar power projects.
Housing associations can also benefit from subsidies for electric vehicle charging stations, with up to Rs 18,000 per kW available, capped at Rs 90 lakh for projects up to 500 kW for communal use.
In conclusion, the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana is not only about reducing electricity costs for Pune households but also about promoting renewable energy and sustainability in the region. With ongoing support and incentives, this initiative showcases the government’s commitment to clean energy solutions. Chief Engineer Rajendra Pawar encourages more domestic consumers to take advantage of this beneficial scheme.
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