Haryana targets 2.2 lakh rooftop solar installations by FY 2026-27

In a major push towards clean and sustainable energy, Haryana has set a target of installing 2.2 lakh rooftop solar (RTS) systems under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana (PMSG: MBY) by financial year 2026–27.

The state also aims to "solarise" all government buildings by December 31 without availing any Central Financial Assistance (CFA). Surveys have already been conducted on 4,523 government buildings, identifying a cumulative solar potential of 122 MW.

The roadmap was unveiled during the state-level coordination committee (SLCC) meeting chaired by Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi where senior officers presented the scheme's progress and outlined strategies for faster rollout.

“Haryana is not just promoting solar energy. We are ensuring that it reaches the doorstep of every household, especially in rural areas,” said Chief Secretary Rastogi.

To make the switch to solar financially viable, the government is offering dual subsidies: Central Financial Assistance (CFA) by MNRE, which is directly transferred to consumer bank accounts within 15 days of installation approval, and State Financial Assistance (SFA) for 1 lakh Antyodaya families, provided on first-come-first-serve basis. These twin subsidies significantly reduce the upfront cost of installation for economically weaker sections.

AK Singh, Additional Chief Secretary, Energy Department, informed that as on date, 30,631 rooftop solar (RTS) installations have been done in the state and the state discoms are working on bringing special booster schemes for accelerating RTS installations. These combined incentives will provide sufficient financial aid for encouraging large-scale adoption among middle and service class sections.

To inspire community-wide transformation, Haryana has also launched the Model Solar Village (MSV) initiative under which one village in each district will be developed as a self-sufficient solar-powered hub. Villages with a population of over 5,000 are eligible for a CFA up to Rs 1 crore.