Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged every Indian to join the “solar energy revolution” during a virtual address from New Delhi on March 30, 2026. At the PM Surya Ghar launch, he declared, “Rooftop solar for all homes will light up Viksit Bharat by 2047.” India’s solar capacity reached 100 GW in 2025, a 20-fold jump since 2014, according to MNRE data. Modi unveiled ₹1 lakh crore for rooftop solar, aiming for 100 million homes by 2030. Subsidies drop installation to ₹20,000 per kW, saving households 300 units monthly.
Solar now powers 15% of India’s energy, slashing 200 million tons of CO2 yearly. Over 10 million homes adopted rooftop panels last year through PM-KUSUM. “From villages to cities, solar is our future,” Modi said, highlighting 99% indigenous manufacturing.
The scheme offers free electricity up to 300 units for participants. Early adopters report 40% bill cuts. India’s green push eyes $500 billion economy by 2030, with solar jobs hitting 1 million.
FAQs [Frequently Asked Questions]
1. What is PM Surya Ghar scheme?
₹1 lakh crore for 100 million rooftop solar homes by 2030. ₹20,000/kW subsidized; saves 300 units/month per household.
2. India’s solar growth stats?
100 GW capacity in 2025 (20x since 2014). 15% energy share; cuts 200M tons CO2 yearly via MNRE initiatives.
3. How to join the solar movement?
Register at sunsaver.gov.in for subsidies/free panels. Generates jobs, cuts bills 40%; supports Viksit Bharat 2047 goal.
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