CM Yogi Adityanath Govt Reports 9 Lakh Solar Installations In UP, Estimates ₹3,202 Crore Annual Electricity Value
Lucknow, October 15: Under the Yogi government's leadership, Uttar Pradesh has reached a major milestone in the domestic rooftop solar sector under the Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana. The state has installed more than 9 lakh rooftop solar plants, adding over 3,000 megawatts (3 gigawatts) of solar energy capacity. This achievement marks an important step toward expanding clean energy,…
Lucknow, October 15: Uttar Pradesh has installed over 9 lakh rooftop solar plants, creating 3,000 megawatts of solar energy capacity under the Yogi government's Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana. This milestone contributes to reducing household electricity bills, protecting the environment, and generating jobs in the state.
The expansion of rooftop solar in UP is comparable to the growth rates seen in Australia and Germany, with daily installations of around 9-10 megawatts. The state offers a subsidy of up to ₹1.08 lakh to eligible beneficiaries for rooftop solar installations, which helps offset the initial costs. With an estimated 3,000 MW of rooftop solar capacity, UP generated approximately 1.35 crore units of clean electricity daily, equating to an annual value of around ₹3,202 crore.
Local enterprises involved in installation, maintenance, and supply chains also benefit from this growth, creating additional employment opportunities. The initiative is crucial for promoting energy savings, environmental protection, local employment, and energy self-reliance, contributing to the state's green economy and clean energy development.
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