Patna: REC Limited, a public sector enterprise, organised a Solar Seva Setu Camp at Triveniganj in Supaul district, Bihar, to accelerate the adoption of rooftop solar energy under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana. The initiative aimed to improve last-mile outreach, simplify access to subsidies and bank financing, and raise awareness about the benefits of rooftop solar installations among consumers.
Dileshwar Kamait, Member of Parliament from Supaul, attended the camp as the Chief Guest. Senior administrative officials, officers from North Bihar Power Distribution Company Limited (NBPDCL), bank representatives, vendors, public representatives and consumers also participated in the programme.
The camp focused on helping eligible households understand the financial assistance available under the scheme and encouraging them to adopt clean energy solutions to reduce electricity expenses.
REC Organises Solar Seva Setu Camp in Supaul, Bihar
The Solar Seva Setu Camp was organised at Triveniganj to bring the benefits of the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana closer to consumers and facilitate the adoption of residential rooftop solar systems.
The initiative brought together government representatives, power distribution officials, financial institutions and solar vendors to address key aspects of rooftop solar adoption.
The major objectives of the camp included:
- Increasing awareness about the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana.
- Improving access to central and state government subsidies.
- Facilitating bank financing for eligible beneficiaries.
- Encouraging households to install rooftop solar systems.
- Promoting clean energy adoption and reducing household electricity bills.
The programme highlighted the importance of coordinated efforts among government agencies, banks and vendors to make rooftop solar solutions more accessible to households.
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MP Dileshwar Kamait Attends Solar Seva Setu Camp
Dileshwar Kamait, Member of Parliament from Supaul, graced the event as the Chief Guest. The camp also witnessed participation from several stakeholders involved in the implementation and promotion of rooftop solar energy.
Key participants included:
- Senior administrative officials.
- Officers from North Bihar Power Distribution Company Limited (NBPDCL).
- Representatives from banks and financial institutions.
- Solar vendors and service providers.
- Public representatives and consumers.
The participation of these stakeholders provided a platform to discuss the practical requirements of rooftop solar installation, financing and access to government support.
Rooftop Solar Beneficiaries Felicitated and Loan Cheques Distributed
As part of the programme, consumers who had already installed rooftop solar systems were felicitated with certificates of appreciation in recognition of their adoption of clean energy.Bank officials were also felicitated for their contribution to facilitating loan disbursement and supporting eligible beneficiaries under the scheme.
In addition, loan cheques were provided to eligible beneficiaries to support the installation of rooftop solar systems.
The key activities included:
- Felicitation of existing rooftop solar beneficiaries with certificates of appreciation.
- Recognition of bank officials for facilitating credit disbursement.
- Distribution of loan cheques to eligible applicants.
- Guidance for consumers on financing options available for rooftop solar installations.
These measures were aimed at strengthening financial access and encouraging more households to participate in the rooftop solar programme.
Camp Raises Awareness About Subsidies Under PM Surya Ghar Yojana
Participants were informed about the central and state subsidies available for rooftop solar installations under the scheme. They were guided on how financial assistance and bank loans can help eligible households manage the initial cost of installing solar systems.
The awareness sessions encouraged consumers to explore rooftop solar as a practical way to reduce their dependence on conventional electricity and lower household power bills.
The programme emphasised the following benefits of rooftop solar adoption:
- Financial savings: Potential reduction in household electricity bills.
- Subsidy support: Access to applicable central and state government subsidies.
- Financing assistance: Availability of bank loans for eligible beneficiaries.
- Clean energy: Greater use of renewable energy for residential electricity needs.
By bringing consumers, banks, distribution officials and vendors together, the camp aimed to address common barriers to rooftop solar adoption and strengthen the scheme’s implementation at the local level.
REC Strengthens Last-Mile Outreach for Rooftop Solar Adoption
The Solar Seva Setu Camp in Triveniganj reflects REC Limited’s efforts to support the implementation of the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana through consumer awareness, financial facilitation and coordination with local stakeholders. The initiative sought to make information about subsidies, loans and rooftop solar installations more accessible to eligible households in Supaul district.
By encouraging residential consumers to adopt rooftop solar energy, the programme supports broader efforts to expand renewable energy use, improve household energy affordability and promote sustainable development.
About REC Limited
REC Limited is a Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Power, Government of India. Established in 1969, the company provides financial assistance for power-sector infrastructure projects across the country, including generation, transmission, distribution and renewable energy.
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