Srinagar, Nov 12: In order to assess the progress of Rooftop Solar installations under PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana a meeting was held under the chairmanship of the Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Akshay Labroo here at Meeting Hall of the DC Office Complex.
He also reviewed the progress of ongoing solarization of Government buildings across Srinagar District.
The meeting was attended by Chief Planning Officer, Fayaz Ahmad Dar, District Statistics & Evaluation Officer, Shah Ismail Bangroo, Executive Engineers of KPDCL, JAKEDA, Zonal Head J&K Bank and other concerned Officers and stakeholders.
During the meeting the Deputy Commissioner, who is also the Chairman of the Monitoring and Management Committee of the schemes, emphasized the need to further accelerate rooftop solar installations and solarisation of Government buildings.
The DC directed the banks to clear all pending approved cases on priority and ensure timely disbursement of loans to facilitate hassle-free installation of rooftop solar systems.
He also instructed KPDCL Engineers to ensure sustained progress, timely execution of works and enhanced consumer outreach to encourage wider adoption of renewable energy solutions.
Emphasizing the importance of reaching to the consumers, the Deputy Commissioner called for intensified outreach activities to highlight the benefits of rooftop solar systems, including reduced electricity bills, promotion of clean energy and environmental sustainability.
The meeting was also informed that 8122 households have been covered under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, reflecting the ongoing efforts to expand rooftop solar adoption among domestic consumers.
The Deputy Commissioner also reviewed the progress and latest status of solarization of Government buildings in the District, aimed at reducing dependence on conventional power sources, promoting clean energy generation and minimizing electricity expenditure of Government establishments.
The DC was informed that a total of 996 Government buildings have been identified for installation of rooftop solar systems, out of which 656 buildings have been covered so far, while work on the remaining buildings is underway.
Reviewing the pace of work, the DC stressed the need to further expedite the solarization process and directed the concerned agencies to ensure timely completion of all pending works within the stipulated timeframe.
The Deputy Commissioner underscored the importance of coordinated efforts among all stakeholder departments to achieve the objectives of both initiatives, strengthen renewable energy adoption and promote sustainable energy practices across the District.
