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Center-Left Owned by Mathrubhumi Printing & Publishing Co.How solar-powered irrigation helped a Jharkhand farmer earn ₹20 lakh from guava farming
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The PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana promises up to 300 units of free electricity and a rooftop solar subsidy of up to ₹78,000. The scheme provides central assistance of 60% for systems up to 2 kW and 40% for additional capacity, with a maximum of 3 kW, and offers collateral‑free loans for eligible households. Beneficiaries can reduce their electricity bills or earn by selling surplus power. On Monday, November 2, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a goal to add 500 GW of new non‑fossil power generation capacity over the next 10‑11 years, underscoring the broader clean‑energy push.
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A farmer in Khunti, Jharkhand, earned around ₹20 lakh from a guava orchard using solar-powered lift irrigation and drip technology. The initiative is also creating local employment opportunities.
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A farmer in Khunti, Jharkhand, earned around ₹20 lakh from a guava orchard using solar-powered lift irrigation and drip technology. The initiative is also creating local employment opportunities.
