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MNRE Notifies CFA Release Mechanism Under ULA Model of PM Surya Ghar Yojana

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has outlined a new payment release process under the Utility Led Aggregation (ULA) model of the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, mandating that subsidies be released only after the successful installation and commissioning of rooftop solar systems.

PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana | October 09, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  659

PSBs Sanction INR 10,907 Crore Loans for Over 5 Lakh Applications Under PM Surya Ghar Yojana

Public Sector Banks have sanctioned over 5.79 lakh loan applications worth INR 10,907 crore under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana. PSBs have also offered several enhancements such as inclusion of co-applicants and removal of capacity-based caps to expand the scheme’s reach.

PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana | October 08, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  290

Maharashtra Unveils SMART Solar Scheme Offering up to 95 Percent Subsidy

Maharashtra has launched the Swayampoorna Maharashtra Residential Rooftop (SMART) Solar Scheme to help low-income households consuming less than 100 units of electricity per month become power self-sufficient, offering subsidies of up to 95 percent for installing rooftop solar systems under the state’s new initiative.

PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana | October 07, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  1529

GST Rationalisation Makes Rooftop Solar Cheaper by INR 10,500 for 3 kW, Saves 20-25 lakh/MW in Utility-Scale Projects

GST rationalisation on RE equipment from 12 percent to 5 percent could cut module and component cost by 3-4 percent, save INR 20-25 lakh/MW in utility-scale solar projects. Rooftop solar under PM Surya Ghar could be cheaper by INR 9,000-10,500 for a 3 kW system. A 5 HP solar pump, costing about INR 2.5 lakh, will now be cheaper by nearly INR 17,500.

PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana | September 17, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  1938

India Targets Swadeshi Solar Cells by 2028, to Enhance Domestic Capability in Wafers and Ingots: Joshi

India aims to establish a fully indigenous solar value chain, with indigenous cell manufacturing by 2028, advancing from modules to cells to wafers and ingots to boost self-reliance, stated MNRE Minister Pralhad Joshi. Nearly 20 lakh households have benefited under PM Surya Ghar Yojana, and the second phase of PM-KUSUM will be launched after March 2026.

PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana | September 11, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  1558

Rajasthan to Deploy Community Rooftop Solar with Battery Storage for Reliable, Affordable Power

Rajasthan has plans for solar installations on 33/11 kV substations, integrating BESS to manage surplus generation, enhance grid stability, and benefit households unable to install rooftop systems

PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana | September 05, 2025 | By EI News Network |  1226

Akshay Urja Diwas 2025: India Continues to Step up its Momentum Toward Clean Energy

August 20 is observed as Akshay Urja Diwas across India to promote awareness about the importance of renewable energy.

PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana | August 20, 2025 | By News Bureau |  5423

Tata Power-DDL Deploys 5,530 Rooftop Solar Connections in Delhi

Domestic segment leads in number of installations at 3,995; Commercial and Industrial segment tops in energised load with 60.969 MWp.

PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana | August 19, 2025 | By News Bureau |  750

SolarSquare Launches ‘Apna Desh, Apni Bijli’ Campaign to Promote Rooftop Solar

SolarSquare, an Indian residential solar EPC company, has launched its nationwide campaign ‘Apna Desh, Apni Bijli’ to promote rooftop solar adoption as a step toward India’s energy independence.

PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana | August 16, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  665

Haryana Proposes Amendments to Rooftop Solar Regulations to Align with PM Surya Ghar Yojana

The Haryana Electricity Regulatory Commission (HERC) has proposed a second amendment to its rooftop solar regulations to boost prosumer participation and align with the Centre’s PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana. Last date for submitting comments/objections is August 14, 2025.

PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana | August 06, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  1027

Articles

Building India’s Clean Energy Backbone: The Unsung Role of Project Developers

India’s renewable energy sector is experiencing an exceptional and transformative period of development. Not only does this development proceed beyond growth in mere numbers, but it also reflects a fundamental change in the energy horizon of th...

PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana | May 21, 2025 | By News Bureau |  283

Interviews

As for the International market, Gautam Solar has its focus set on the US and Europe markets

Gautam Mohanka, CEO at Gautam Solar

PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana | June 27, 2024 | By News Bureau |  1531