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Free Electricity Up to 150 Units: Install 1kW Solar Plant for Rs. 50,000!
- •Under Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, install a 1kW solar plant for Rs. 50,000 after government subsidy.
- •A 1kW solar system generates 3-5 units daily, totaling 120-150 units monthly, ideal for small families' basic needs.
- •This system is sufficient for fans, lights, and TV, but not for high-power devices like ACs or geysers.
- •With subsidy, investment recovery takes 4-6 years, followed by over 15 years of free electricity.
- •Regular cleaning of solar panels every 7-15 days and annual checks of wiring are recommended for optimal performance.
Key Questions Answered
Installing a 1 kilowatt solar power plant typically costs around Rs. 83,700, but under the Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, a central subsidy of about Rs. 30,000 reduces the net cost to around Rs. 53,700. Additionally, regional top-up subsidies can further lower this expense in specific states like Bihar.
A 1 kW solar system generates about 120 to 150 units per month, making it suitable for low-power devices in small homes. It can easily run daily essentials like 3 to 4 LED bulbs, 2 to 3 fans, a television, a Wi-Fi router, and mobile or laptop charging, though high-power appliances like air conditioners or geysers require higher capacities.
Public and private sector banks as well as NBFCs offer loan facilities for solar installations with repayment terms spanning 3 to 7 years, usually requiring a 10% to 30% down payment. Maintenance requirements are low, involving cleaning solar panels every 7 to 15 days, checking wiring annually, and servicing the inverter every 3 to 5 years.
