Chandigarh, August 7 – In a major push towards clean and sustainable energy, Haryana has set an ambitious target of installing 2.2 lakh rooftop solar (RTS) systems under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana (PMSG: MBY) by the financial year 2026–27. Reinforcing its leadership in green energy adoption, the state also aims to solarize all government buildings by 31st December 2025, without availing any Central Financial Assistance (CFA). Surveys have already been conducted on 4,523 government buildings, identifying a cumulative solar potential of 122 MW.
The roadmap was unveiled during the State-Level Coordination Committee (SLCC) meeting chaired by Chief Secretary Sh. Anurag Rastogi, where senior officers presented the scheme’s progress and outlined strategies for faster rollout.
“Haryana is not just promoting solar energy—we are ensuring it reaches the doorstep of every household, especially in rural areas,” said Chief Secretary Sh. Rastogi.
To make the switch to solar financially viable, the government is offering dual subsidies: Central Financial Assistance (CFA) by MNRE, which is directly transferred to consumer bank accounts within 15 days of installation approval, and State Financial Assistance (SFA) for 1 lakh Antyodaya families, provided on a first-come-first-serve basis. These twin subsidies significantly reduce the upfront cost of installation for economically weaker sections.
Additional Chief Secretary, Energy Department, Sh. A.K. Singh informed that as on date, 30,631 Rooftop Solar (RTS) installations have been done in the state & the State DISCOMs are working on bringing special booster schemes for accelerating the RTS installations. These combined incentives will provide sufficient financial aid for encouraging large scale adoption among middle & service class sections.
In a bid to inspire community-wide transformation, Haryana has also launched the Model Solar Village (MSV) initiative, under which one village in each district will be developed as a self-sufficient solar-powered hub. Villages with a population of over 5,000 are eligible for a CFA up to ₹1 crore. Balu village in Kaithal has already earned the distinction of becoming the state’s first Model Solar Village, with selections underway in Karnal and Kurukshetra. These villages are being equipped with solar-powered streetlights, home lighting systems, water supply systems, and pumps, creating a 24×7 green energy ecosystem.
To facilitate smooth implementation, Haryana’s DISCOMs have developed an integrated online portal and has established over 280 helpdesks across sub-divisions. Capacity building has also been prioritized, with 703 DISCOM officials and vendors trained through programs conducted by NPTI and NIESBUD.
Grievance redressal is being closely monitored through MNRE’s Grievance Management System (GMS). Out of 1,414 complaints, 1,164 have been resolved in a timely manner, showcasing the state’s commitment to consumer satisfaction and service excellence.
The meeting was attended by Sh. Ashok Kumar Meena, Managing Director, Uttar Haryana Bijli Vitran Nigam (UHBVN); Smt. Ashima Brar, Commissioner & Secretary, Finance, Dr. Priyanka Soni, Director, HAREDA; and other senior officials.
