Tag: PM Surya Ghar Yojana

School Education Minister Gajendra Yadav on Wednesday said Chhattisgarh has achieved its most significant development in the energy sector over the past 25 years, transforming citizens’ lives and accelerating agricultural and industrial growth. Speaking at the Silver Jubilee celebrations of Chhattisgarh’s statehood in Rajnandgaon, the minister highlighted major power infrastructure expansion and ongoing initiatives such as the PM Surya Ghar Free Electricity Scheme.

The Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana is witnessing rapid progress in Rajnandgaon district, with more than 7,800 applications received so far. Backed by subsidies of up to ₹1.08 lakh from the Centre and State governments, the scheme is enabling households to adopt rooftop solar, reduce electricity bills, and move towards energy self-reliance.

Janpad Panchayat Rajnandgaon President Pratima Chandrakar has installed a 3 kW solar panel at her residence under the PM Surya Ghar Free Electricity Scheme, receiving ₹1.08 lakh in Central and State subsidies, with her electricity bill now reduced to zero.

In a major push for renewable energy awareness, the Rajnandgaon Municipal Corporation on Wednesday flagged off the “Surya Rath” campaign vehicle to promote the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana across 52 wards. The initiative, led by Municipal Corporation Chairman Paras Verma, aims to educate citizens about the benefits of rooftop solar energy, government subsidies, and the process of availing the scheme.

CEO Zila Panchayat Suruchi Singh emphasized expanding citizen participation in the PM Surya Ghar Free Electricity Scheme during a review meeting in Rajnandgaon. The district has topped in Ayushman Card registration, while key directives were issued for school repairs, health safety during the monsoon, and DMF-based proposals.