JAMMU, Nov 20: The Jammu and Kashmir Energy Development Agency (JAKEDA) is urging consumers to take advantage of subsidies under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, promoting the installation of rooftop solar panels to reduce soaring power bills.
JAKEDA is committed to advancing the adoption of renewable energy, including solar, hydropower, wind, geothermal, biomass, and hydrogen energy, to support sustainable development, energy access, and low-carbon emissions.
Officials stated that the Jammu Power Distribution Corporation Limited (JPDCL) is actively encouraging domestic consumers to install grid-connected rooftop solar (RTS) plants as part of the PM Surya Ghar scheme. This initiative aims to help households cut down on high electricity costs by becoming their own power producers.
“Significant subsidies are being offered by both central and state governments for setting up these systems. Consumers should seize this opportunity to benefit from free electricity,” said an official.
Under the PM Surya Ghar scheme, the total cost of a solar project with a capacity of up to three kilowatts is approximately Rs 1.50 lakh. Of this, 60 percent—around Rs 94,800—is covered by subsidies, meaning consumers only need to pay Rs 64,200.
Additionally, the Jammu and Kashmir government is offering further subsidies: Rs 3,000 for one kilowatt peak, Rs 6,000 for two kilowatts peak, and Rs 9,000 for three kilowatts peak.
Officials also called on consumers to settle outstanding electricity bills to avoid disconnections. Those with long-overdue dues are encouraged to take advantage of the ongoing amnesty scheme before the March 31, 2025 deadline.
The JPDCL, along with the Kashmir Power Development Corporation Limited (KPDCL), is advising consumers to install rooftop solar systems under the Prime Minister’s Surya Ghar scheme. Launched in February 2024, the scheme aims to install rooftop solar systems in one crore households across India by March 2027.
