Good news for farmers, 90% subsidy on solar pumps, know how to avail benefits.

News India Live, Digital Desk: In view of the problem of electricity and increasing cost of farming for the farmers, the government has brought a big relief. Now farmers can avail huge subsidy on installing solar pumps. With the aim of promoting the use of solar energy in the agricultural sector, the government has Prime Minister Farmers Energy Security and Upliftment Campaign (PM-KUSUM) On solar pumps under the scheme Subsidy up to 90% Has announced to give.

What is this plan?

The main objective of PM-KUSUM scheme is to provide affordable and sustainable energy to farmers for irrigation. Under this, farmers are provided financial assistance to install solar pumps in their fields.

How to get the benefit of subsidy?

• Subsidy up to 90%: Under this scheme, up to 90% of the total cost of solar pump will be borne by the government as subsidy.
• Contribution of remaining amount: Farmers will have to pay only the remaining 10% amount.
• Online Application: Farmers can apply online to avail the benefits of this scheme. For this, one will have to visit the websites of the energy departments or agriculture departments of the respective states.
• Eligibility: To avail the benefits of the scheme, farmers should have their own land and do farming. In some states the minimum area of ​​land may also be prescribed.

Advantages of solar pump:

• Saving in electricity bill: There is no running cost on solar pumps as compared to diesel or electric pumps, which leads to huge savings in electricity bills.
• Environment friendly: Solar energy is a clean energy source, which does not harm the environment.
• Government Assistance: By getting 90% subsidy, the financial burden on farmers is significantly reduced.
• Relief from drought and power cuts: Solar pumps provide relief from problems like power cuts or non-availability of diesel.

Application Process:

1. Online Portal: Visit the official website of your state’s energy or agriculture department (e.g., UPNEEDA for Uttar Pradesh, HREDA for Haryana, etc.).
2. Registration: Register online for the scheme.
3. application: Fill the required details and upload the relevant documents (e.g. Khatauni, Aadhaar Card, Bank Account details).
4. Selection: After scrutiny of applications, eligible farmers will be selected.
5. Installation: The process of installing solar pumps will be completed by giving the benefit of subsidy to the selected farmers.

Note:

• Subsidy benefits may also be given on a first-come, first-served basis, so applying early may be beneficial.
• The rules and procedures of the scheme may vary slightly in different states, so be sure to get the latest information from the relevant department of your state.