Awareness campaign on PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana intensified in Eluru district

The Eastern Power Distribution Company of Andhra Pradesh Limited (APEPDCL) has intensified its awareness programmes on PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, aimed at promoting clean energy and reducing dependency on conventional power sources.

The initiative seeks to encourage households to adopt rooftop solar systems while availing of substantial government subsidies.

Addressing the media on Friday, P. Salmon Raju, Superintending Engineer, APEPDCL Operation Circle, Eluru, said the scheme is rapidly gaining popularity as it aligns with the government’s vision of achieving a pollution-free society powered by renewable energy.

Extensive campaigns—including public meetings, pamphlet distribution, wall posters, rallies, and door-to-door outreach—are underway in the district to educate consumers about the benefits of rooftop solar power.

He highlighted that consumers can not only reduce their electricity bills but also earn additional income by selling the surplus power back to the grid at a rate of ₹2.09 per unit. Solar installations typically recover their cost within four to five years, making it a viable investment for households.

Government subsidy

Under the scheme, the government offers subsidies of ₹30,000 for 1 kW, ₹60,000 for 2 kW and ₹78,000 for 3 kW systems. For a 3 kW installation costing around ₹2 lakh, the beneficiary’s contribution is only ₹20,000, with the remaining ₹1.02 lakh eligible for low-interest bank loans. Subsidy amounts are credited directly to beneficiaries’ accounts within a month.

So far, 4,293 households in Eluru district have installed rooftop solar panels, and 36 empanelled vendors are working under the APEPDCL to facilitate installations. The scheme will remain open until March 31, 2027, and only registered consumers will be eligible for subsidies.

Consumers seeking assistance or facing issues with installations may contact the following APEPDCL officials, including Superintending Engineer, Eluru: 9440812702; Executive Engineer, Technical Wing: 9440812703; Deputy Executive Engineer, Commerce & Technical: 9440816384; Assistant Engineer, Commerce: 9490610135.

Registrations can be completed at surya ghar.gov.in, and queries may be emailed to solar@apeasternpower.com, according to a release.