Rooftop Solar Initiative Brings Relief from Electricity Bills in Balodabazar
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RAIPUR, 21 July
The Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana is emerging as a practical solution for reducing household energy expenses in Chhattisgarh, while simultaneously promoting clean energy adoption. Under this initiative, Shri Rajesh Kesharwani, a resident of Sadar Road in Balodabazar, installed a 3-kilowatt rooftop solar system at his residence. He no longer receives monthly electricity bills, a shift he attributes to the scheme’s benefits.
Shri. Kesharwani said he came to know about the scheme through social media and newspapers. He subsequently approached the electricity department and completed the online application process without difficulty. A subsidy of Rs. 78,000 was provided for the installation. The solar unit has been operational for the past six months. Before installation, Shri Kesharwani said he incurred electricity costs between Rs. 2,000 and Rs. 2,500 per month. These expenses have now been eliminated, resulting in significant monthly savings. He emphasised that the scheme offers both economic and environmental benefits and urged other residents to consider taking advantage of the initiative.
Expressing gratitude for the scheme, Shri Kesharwani acknowledged the efforts of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai. He said the initiative supports both household savings and the nation’s push toward energy self-reliance.