KPDCL achieves 1 MW solar capacity
Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL) on Tuesday said it has successfully achieved 1 MW of rooftop solar capacity under the flagship PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana.
A spokesperson while terming it “a significant milestone” for renewable energy adoption in Kashmir division, said this achievement, coupled with disbursement of Rs 1 crore in Central subsidy to 110 domestic beneficiaries, “marks a major boost in making solar energy affordable and accessible to the consumers.”
The spokesperson said Rs 1 crore in UT subsidy has been allocated to KPDCL which shall enable disbursement of an additional subsidy of Rs 9,000 per eligible beneficiary for solar plants up to 3 kWp capacity. He added that beneficiaries who have already received Central subsidies up to Rs 85,800/- for plants up to 3 kWp will soon receive the UT subsidy directly into their accounts, ensuring a seamless process under the National PM Surya Ghar Portal.
According to officials, the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has also redeemed subsidies for 93 additional beneficiaries, with their disbursements expected shortly through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
The spokesperson also said that the scheme has generated wide consumer interest, with 249 rooftops already equipped with solar installations, achieving a total capacity of 1 MW.
“1407 consumers have finalised agreements with empanelled vendors and are progressing through procurement and installation phases, highlighting the growing acceptance and adoption of the scheme,” he added
KPDCL is now preparing for the release of the next round of Central subsidies worth Rs 79 lakh for 93 beneficiaries, whose claims are already processed.
“With over 1200 installations currently underway, KPDCL is poised to achieve its target of 3.5 MW installed capacity within the next two months,” the spokesperson said.
