Introduction

Prime Minister has launched PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana to provide free electricity to its beneficiaries.

About PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana

	Description
Purpose	To provide 300 units of free electricity per month to beneficiaries through an investment of ₹75,000 crores.
Announcement	Initially announced in an interim budget speech by the Finance Minister.
Target	Aimed to light up 1 crore households.
Incentive for Renewable Energy	Urban Local Bodies and Panchayats incentivized to promote rooftop solar systems.
Financial Support	Central Government guarantees no financial burden on people through subsidies directly to bank accounts and highly concessional bank loans.
Expected Benefits	– Annual savings of ₹15,000 to ₹18,000 for households – Charging of electric vehicles – Entrepreneurship opportunities – Employment opportunities for youth with technical skills.