Tripura Launches Affordable Rooftop Solar Initiative for Low-Income Families
Tripura to Provide Rooftop Solar Panels for Rs 1,000

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The Tripura government has launched the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, providing rooftop solar systems to low-income households for just Rs 1,000. The initiative aims to benefit 1.5 lakh families consuming less than 50 units of electricity monthly, significantly reducing their energy costs while promoting renewable energy generation in the state.
- 01Eligible households will receive solar systems valued at Rs 66,000 after paying only Rs 1,000, with the remainder covered by government subsidies.
- 02The initiative aims to generate nearly 150 megawatts of electricity through expanded rooftop solar installations in Tripura.
- 03Training programs for engineers and vendors are being conducted in collaboration with GIZ to ensure proper installation and maintenance of solar systems.
- 04Approximately 17,000 residents have registered under the PM Surya Ghar initiative, with around 3,500 households having already installed solar systems.
- 05The scheme reflects Tripura's commitment to decentralised energy generation and reducing dependency on conventional power sources.
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The Tripura government has introduced a significant renewable energy initiative under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, aimed at providing rooftop solar systems to economically weaker households for a nominal fee of Rs 1,000. Power Minister Ratan Lal Nath announced that the first phase will benefit 1.5 lakh families consuming less than 50 units of electricity per month. Each household will receive solar systems worth Rs 66,000, with the remaining cost covered by government subsidies. This initiative not only aims to reduce electricity expenses for low-consumption families but also seeks to enhance renewable energy generation across the state, targeting a total generation capacity of 150 megawatts in the coming years.
The scheme has already seen participation from nearly 17,000 residents, with 3,500 households having installed rooftop solar systems. Additionally, the government is prioritizing technical training for engineers and vendors to ensure the sustainability of the installations. This initiative reflects a strategic move towards decentralised energy production, empowering households to become energy producers and potentially generate surplus electricity for the grid, thereby promoting clean energy adoption and enhancing energy security in both rural and urban areas.
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This initiative will significantly reduce electricity costs for low-income households in Tripura and promote the adoption of renewable energy.
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