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.
The Prime Minister’s Surya Ghar Free Electricity Scheme is steadily gaining popularity in Rajnandgaon district as households adopt rooftop solar power to cut electricity bills and promote clean energy. Beneficiaries say the scheme is a significant step towards power self-reliance and environmental conservation.
Rajnandgaon Collector Jitendra Yadav has directed officials and vendors to fast-track rooftop solar installations under the PM Surya Ghar Free Electricity Scheme, stressing quality, timely execution and greater public awareness across rural and urban areas.
The Rajnandgaon district administration has invited online technical and financial bids for sand mining allocation under the reverse auction system, with submissions open until November 12 and tender opening scheduled for November 13 at the Collectorate.
Rajnandgaon Municipal Corporation organized a workshop on the PM Surya Ghar Free Electricity Scheme to educate officials and employees about solar power benefits and encourage citizens to adopt clean, cost-saving energy solutions.
Rajnandgaon’s Basantpur resident, Ramlal Paliwal, has become self-reliant in power generation under the PM Surya Ghar Free Electricity Scheme, freeing himself from electricity bills and contributing to clean energy.
During a district-level review meeting, Rajnandgaon Collector Jitendra Yadav called for active participation of power officials and banks in speeding up the implementation of the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana. He emphasized vendor accountability, weekly progress reviews, and wider public awareness to ensure citizens benefit from free solar electricity.
The Prime Minister Surya Ghar Free Electricity Scheme is proving to be a blessing for ordinary households across India. In Rajnandgaon, Chhattisgarh, resident Giridhar Lal Dewangan has set an inspiring example by installing a rooftop solar power system that not only meets his family’s electricity needs but also contributes surplus energy to the grid. His success story reflects the transformative potential of the scheme in promoting renewable energy, reducing household expenses, and driving India toward energy independence.
Sahdev Nagar resident Hemant Kumar Pandey has set an example by adopting the PM Surya Ghar Free Electricity Scheme. With rooftop solar panels, he reduced his power bills to zero, generated surplus energy, and even purchased electric vehicles, ensuring both economic and environmental benefits.
At a workshop in Rajnandgaon, Speaker Dr. Raman Singh highlighted solar power as a golden opportunity for farmers and citizens to achieve self-reliance and protect the environment. He flagged off the ‘Surya Rath’ and promoted the Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana and Kusum Yojana, offering subsidies for rooftop solar and solar pumps.
The PM Surya Ghar Free Electricity Scheme is empowering households with rooftop solar panels, cutting bills to zero and generating surplus power. Beneficiaries in Rajnandgaon say the initiative ensures savings, energy security, and environmental sustainability.
Energy Secretary Dr. Rohit Yadav (IAS) urged villagers in Singhola to become “energy providers” under the PM Surya Ghar Free Electricity Scheme. He highlighted the government’s combined subsidies and easy loans for rooftop solar plants, which are rapidly gaining popularity in Chhattisgarh.