Parliamentary Standing Committee on Energy Report

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Energy addresses the challenges faced in the implementation of the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, focusing on the role of states and distribution companies (discoms) for progress.

Key Observations

• The committee identifies a lack of awareness as the primary reason for the slow adoption of the scheme.
• A new component, the utility-led aggregation model, is introduced, allowing discoms to install rooftop solar projects on behalf of households.

Data and Performance Evaluation

• Representatives from the power ministry, renewable energy ministry, and other organizations provided insights to the panel from April to August 2025.
• The report includes data up to June 2025, showing around 16 lakh rooftop solar unit installations, achieving only 16% of the target.
• A later government statement revealed installations in 24 lakh households, reaching 24% of the target.

Conclusion

The committee emphasizes the need for increased awareness and participation from states and discoms to achieve the targets set by the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana.