Archive · 28 Jul 2026
Uttar Pradesh Leads in Rooftop Solar Under PM Surya Ghar Scheme
Uttar Pradesh has become a leader in India for rooftop solar power.
The state has installed over 700,000 solar systems on homes, which generate clean electricity and save money for families.
This project has created many jobs and helps the environment by reducing pollution.
The government and various organizations worked together to make this happen, and it has become a big success in just two and a half years.
Uttar Pradesh has installed over 700,000 residential rooftop solar systems, making it a national leader in rooftop solar.
The state has received over 1.15 million applications and installed systems generating 2,371.14 MW of clean energy.
The scheme has created over 85,000 direct jobs and significantly reduced carbon emissions.
Families in Uttar Pradesh are saving nearly ₹7 crore worth of electricity daily.
The initiative aims to make Uttar Pradesh the Rooftop Solar Capital of India.
- Who
- Uttar Pradesh government, UPNEDA, Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Limited, DISCOMs, banking institutions, district administrations, solar energy industry, and other stakeholders
- What
- Uttar Pradesh has become a national leader in rooftop solar installations under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana.
- When
- As of July 2026
- Where
- Uttar Pradesh, India
- Why
- To promote clean energy, reduce electricity bills, create jobs, and contribute to climate change mitigation.
Government and Industry Supporters
Environmental and Economic Critics
Economic Benefits
Government and Industry Supporters
The scheme has created significant employment and economic growth, benefiting local industries and MSMEs.
Environmental and Economic Critics
Critics argue that the initial investment and maintenance costs may burden some households and small businesses.
Environmental Impact
Government and Industry Supporters
The scheme significantly reduces carbon emissions, contributing to climate change mitigation and India's net-zero goals.
Environmental and Economic Critics
Some environmentalists believe that the focus should be on larger-scale renewable energy projects rather than rooftop solar.
- Applications Received
- 1,158,183
- Systems Installed
- 703,661
- Clean Energy Capacity
- 2,371.14 MW
- Daily Electricity Generation
- 10.7 million units
- Annual Carbon Emissions Reduction
- 3.2 million tonnes
- Jobs Created
- 85,000 direct jobs