PRADHAN MANTRI SURYA GHAR MUFT BIJLI YOJANA: EVALUATING INDIA'S ROOFTOP SOLAR GROWTH AND ACHIEVEMENTS Dr. Amrit Paul1 , Dr. Partha Pratim

Abstract

The Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, launched in 2024, is a flagship initiative promoting rooftop solar adoption by providing households up to 300 units of free electricity monthly. It supports India’s target of achieving 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030 through decentralized renewable generation. The scheme uses subsidies, concessional loans, and simplified approvals to boost participation, with DISCOMs, private partners, and government agencies playing key roles.Despite progress, challenges remain, including high installation costs, low awareness, administrative delays, and uneven regional adoption. Early success is evident in urban and semiurban areas, alongside job creation in solar panel production, installation, and maintenance. The program also contributes to reducing carbon emissions, enhancing energy security, and advancing India’s green economy. To maximize its impact, continued policy support, awareness efforts, and capacity building are essential.Keywords: Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, Rooftop Solar, Renewable Energy, Sustainable Development, Energy Transition, India, Clean Energy Policy