UP Kusum Scheme Update: The Uttar Pradesh government is running the Kusum scheme to provide relief to farmers facing a power crisis. Under this scheme, farmers are given a subsidy for the installation of solar pumps, allowing them to irrigate their crops at a lower cost and increase production. The state government is offering farmers the opportunity to install solar pumps for just Rs 23,900. In this article, we will provide detailed information on which farmers in the state will receive subsidy assistance under the Kusum scheme.
Objective of Kusum Yojana
In many parts of the country, farmers face power issues when it comes to irrigation. To address this, the UP government has launched the Kusum scheme, which provides solar energy-based irrigation pumps to farmers. This ensures that farmers’ fields will not face interruptions due to power cuts.
Benefits of the Kusum Scheme
- Solar Pump Subsidy: The government offers a subsidy to help farmers install solar pumps.
- Affordable Irrigation: Farmers can install a solar pump worth ₹2.50 lakh by paying only ₹23,900. The rest of the cost will be covered by the government.
- 100% Subsidy for Scheduled Tribes (ST): Farmers from Scheduled Tribes (ST) will receive a full 100% subsidy on solar pump installation.
- Extra Income by Selling Electricity: Farmers can generate electricity from solar energy and earn additional income by selling the extra electricity to the government after using it for irrigation.
Rajkot, Gujarat: Farmer Ashokbhai Makwana installed solar panels under the PM-KUSUM (Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan) Scheme to overcome power issues. The panels help irrigate his field and reduce electricity bills, enabling to farm during the day
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How Solar Pumps Help Farmers
- Eliminate Diesel Pumps: Farmers used to rely on diesel pumps, which were costly to operate. Solar pumps will reduce these costs and also help protect the environment.
- Promotion of Green Energy: The government is encouraging renewable energy, making solar pumps a priority.
- Generate and Sell Electricity: After using the electricity they need, farmers can sell the remaining electricity to electricity distribution companies for additional income.
How to Apply for Solar Pump Subsidy
Farmers interested in this subsidy scheme can apply online by visiting the official Uttar Pradesh government website. For more details, farmers can also visit the nearest electricity department or check the official PM Kusum website.
The Uttar Pradesh government urges farmers to take advantage of this scheme to improve their farming and make it more profitable. Not only will irrigation become easier, but they can also earn extra income by selling electricity. Kusum Yojana will help solve irrigation issues, reduce farming costs, and increase farmers’ income.
