Key Takeaways

• The state government has launched ‘Surya Rath’ to promote the Prime Minister’s Surya Ghar Bijali Yojna and solar energy awareness.
• Prayagraj district aims to install 100,000 solar panels by 2027, with over 5,355 already installed.
• Subsidies up to ₹1.08 lakh are available for solar panel installations, targeting both urban and rural areas.

Launch of Surya Rath Campaign

The state government has initiated the ‘Surya Rath’ campaign to promote alternative energy sources and lower electricity costs. This initiative aims to raise awareness about the Prime Minister’s Surya Ghar Bijali Yojna, with ‘Surya Raths’ reaching villages, blocks, and urban areas throughout the state.

In Prayagraj district, a target has been set to install around 100,000 solar power panels by 2027. Currently, over 27,000 residents have registered to install solar panels, and 5,355 units have already been set up, generating approximately 19,587 KW of solar energy. UPNEDA project manager Shahid Siddiqui highlighted the district’s progress, noting, “Prayagraj district has registered significant success in installing solar panels under PM Surya Ghar Yojna scheme of the state.”

Under the PM Surya Ghar Yojana, substantial subsidies are provided to encourage installations. For a one-kilowatt capacity, beneficiaries can receive a total subsidy of ₹45,000—₹30,000 from the central government and ₹15,000 from the state government. For two kilowatts, the subsidy increases to ₹90,000, and for three kilowatts or more, the total amount is ₹1.08 lakh, with ₹78,000 from the center and ₹30,000 from the state.

To enhance the program’s reach, awareness campaigns are being conducted in rural areas. The Surya Rath initiative is actively educating villagers about the benefits of the PM Surya Kiran scheme and the importance of solar energy. Siddiqui mentioned that intensive campaigns are being rolled out across four blocks, involving 20 gram panchayats.

Additionally, Shringverpur village is being developed as a model solar village with an investment of ₹1 crore, further showcasing the government’s commitment to promoting solar energy in the district. This comprehensive approach aims not only to achieve installation targets but also to foster a sustainable energy landscape in the region, benefiting both urban and rural communities.

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