Overview

• Union minister Prahlad Joshi said 20 lakh homes are now solarised under the programme, confirming the milestone on Tuesday.
• Western Madhya Pradesh reports more than 42,000 rooftop connections, with Malwa–Nimar’s net‑metered capacity over 300 MW and Indore alone at 21,500 consumers contributing nearly 125 MW.
• Since launch in the western region, over 24,000 consumers have received subsidies totaling about Rs 180 crore, with the scheme offering up to Rs 78,000 per household centrally.
• Beneficiaries in Chhattisgarh say small rooftop systems have cut bills to nearly zero and allow export of surplus power to the grid, including one Dhamtari user supported by Rs 60,000 central and Rs 30,000 state subsidies.
• The initiative targets 40 lakh installations by March 2026 and one crore by March 2027 after crossing the 20 lakh mark ahead of October.