Context
The Union Ministry of New and Renewable Energy Scheme has notified the Guidelines for implementation of ‘Model Solar Village’ under PM-Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana.
About
- A Model Solar Village, a scheme factor, targets to be developed in each district of the country to behave as a role version for adoption of rooftop solar in rural areas, with the purpose of promoting solar energy adoption and permitting village communities to become self-reliant in meeting their energy needs.
- A general economic outlay of ₹800 crore has been allotted for this issue, imparting ₹1 crore per selected Model Solar Village.
- A Model Solar Village ought to be a revenue village with a population above 5,000 (or 2,000 for special category states).
- In those model villages, families will install sun panels on their rooftops. These panels convert sunlight into energy, which may be used for lights, appliances, and other energy needs.
Benefits
- Energy Independence: By producing their personal energy, families lessen dependence on conventional energy assets. This not only saves money but also contributes to national energy security.
- Environmental Impact: Solar energy is smooth and inexperienced. By adopting it, villages reduce their carbon footprint and fight climate change.
- Economic Empowerment: Lower electricity bills mean more disposable income for families. Additionally, surplus energy sales can provide a further revenue circulation.
- It is envisioned that the scheme will create around 17 lakh direct jobs in manufacturing, logistics, supply chain, sales, installation and different services.
About the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana
- It aims to light up 1 crore households by offering up to 300 units of unfastened energy every month, marking a significant step closer to sustainable development and people’s wellness.
- It aims to increase the share of solar rooftop capacity and empower residential households to generate their own electricity.
- The subsidy will cover as much as 40% of the cost of the solar panels. The remaining costs have to be borne by the aspirant consumer.
- The Centre will fund 60% of the cost for putting in 2 kW (kilowatt) systems and 40% of the cost for systems from 2-3 kW potential.
Source: PIB