Lucknow: UP has strengthened its position in the country’s clean-energy transition with progress made under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana. As of Jan 31, the state has recorded over 10.94 lakh applications on the national portal.Across India, the scheme has received over 58.36 lakh applications, with Uttar Pradesh contributing a substantial share. The installation of 3.57 lakh rooftop solar systems across the state highlights the effectiveness of coordinated efforts by UPNEDA and distribution companies. With this, the state’s total installed rooftop solar capacity has reached 1,227.05 MW, generating more than 50 lakh units of green power daily.
Rooftop solar systems have helped reduce electricity bills by 60-90%, enabling households to save an average of Rs 1,500 to Rs 3,000 per month. To support adoption, consumers have received Rs 2,440.62 cr in central subsidies and nearly Rs 600 cr from the state govt. The environmental impact has been equally significant. UP has achieved an annual reduction of 13-15 lakh tonnes of carbon emissions, contributing to national clean-energy commitments. The state is working on integrating the scheme with a Unified Energy Interface (UEI)-based digital framework, which aims to streamline solar generation, net metering, carbon tracking and energy-linked financial services. This initiative is expected to further enhance efficiency and support emerging sectors such as EV charging and green financing.
