Shadow Correspondent
Jammu, Sept, 17
Ch. Mohd Yasin, Managing Director, Jammu Power Distribution Corporation Limited (JPDCL), chaired a crucial meeting with senior officials of JPDCL,REC and PM Surya Ghar vendors to expedite the implementation of the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana Scheme for JPDCL consumers. In a move to ensure timely completion of the scheme’s targets, Ch. Mohd Yasin directed Executive Engineers and Assistant Executive Engineers of JPDCL to meet the grid-connected Roof Top Solar Power(RTS) Plant targets set by the Chief Secretary of the Union Territory of J&K.
The meeting aimed to enhance coordination among DISCOM, vendors, and consumers, addressing key challenges and streamlining processes to maximize the scheme’s benefits. Ch. Mohd Yasin emphasized the need for quality installations, efficient grievance redressal, and seamless vendor management. He specifically urged vendors to accelerate the installation process for consumers who have already filed applications, ensuring swift conversion of portal applications into successful RTS installations. During the discussions, the focus was on removing bottlenecks that have hindered the scheme’s progress, such as low voltage issues in integrating Roof Top solar power plants with the grid, availability of smart meters, and access to easy loan facilities of the banks. Ch. Mohd Yasin called for high-quality solar rooftop installations to ensure maximum benefits for households. He also highlighted the need to create mass awareness about the scheme, including the provision of free electricity through solar rooftop installations.In a significant announcement, JPDCL revealed the grant of a Central subsidy under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana. The subsidy details are as follows: Rs 33,000 for a 1 kW solar system, Rs 66,000 for a 2 kW solar system, and Rs 85,800 for a 3 kW solar system. Additionally, an extra UT subsidy of Rs 3,000 for 1 KWp, Rs 6,000 for 2 KWp, and Rs 9,000 for 3 KWp will be provided to encourage solar adoption.
The meeting, chaired by the Nodal Officer for RTS, JPDCL, included Executive Engineers, Assistant Executive Engineers, REC officials, and empanelled vendors of the PM Surya Ghar scheme under JPDCL.
The participants reaffirmed their commitment to ensuring the scheme’s success, aiming to provide sustainable and free electricity to households across the region.
