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BUDGAM: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Budgam, Dr. Bilal Mohi-ud-Din Bhat today chaired a detailed review meeting to assess the status of PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana in the district. The scheme, aimed at promoting rooftop solar installations for households, is being implemented across all five subdivisions of Budgam.
It was informed that the district has a yearly target of 1198 rooftop solar installations, out of which 596 have already been installed. Among subdivisions, Chadoora has 246 installations, Charar-i-Sharief has 165, Budgam has 77, Narbal with 77 and Beerwah with 31. Speaking on the occasion, the DC said that the progress achieved in Chadoora and Charar-i-Sharief subdivisions is commendable. He instructed the officers and field agencies to intensify efforts so that the benefits of the scheme reach every eligible household.
The DC stressed that rooftop solar is not only a step towards clean and renewable energy but also a direct relief to households by ensuring free electricity of up to 300 units per month. He said the scheme has the potential to reduce dependency on conventional power supply and provide long-term savings for families.
He directed the concerned departments to closely monitor vendor performance, speed up the inspection process, and clear pending subsidy cases without unnecessary delays. He also emphasised the need to conduct widespread awareness campaigns at the grassroots level, making people aware of the scheme’s financial and environmental benefits.
The DC reiterated that Budgam district must strive to achieve its annual target of rooftop installations well in time and called for greater coordination among officers, field staff, and vendors. Besides , CPO budgam , ACD budgam , Executive engineer KPDCL, all AEEs were present in the meeting.
