PM Kisan Urja Suraksha (PM-KUSUM)

PM Kisan Urja Suraksha (PM-KUSUM) - An Overview

The KUSUM Scheme has 3 components with different features:

Component A: Installation of decentralized, grid-connected solar power plants (up to 500 kW–2 MW capacity).

Component B: Installation of standalone solar pumps (up to 7.5 HP capacity).

Component C: Solarisation of existing grid-connected agricultural pumps (up to 7.5 HP).

Benefits of PM Kisan Urja Suraksha

There are several nationally active government schemes for farmers, each one covering a different perspective. When it comes to energy and resources, the PM-KUSUM is among the best schemes. There are several benefits of the PM Kisan Urja Suraksha. Here are some of them listed below:

• Construction of solar plants capable of generating an aggregate of 28,250 MW.

• The funding pattern and subsidies of the PM KUSUM scheme are: 60% subsidy (30% central + 30% state), 30% loan (optional), and 10% farmer contribution.

• Both barren and agricultural lands get solar power pumps set up for their use.

• The Government provides subsidies for the installation of state-of-the-art solar pumps. (Holds 720MV of capacity)

• Solar implementation can reduce the usage of diesel and dependencies on other conventional means, and provide a cleaner alternative.

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Eligibility Criteria for PM Kisan Urja Suraksha

Given below are the eligible categories and people for the PM KUSUM Yojana:

• Individual farmers

• Group farmers

• Farmer-producer organizations

• Panchayats

• Water User Associations

• Cooperatives

Application Process

The application process for the PM Kisan Urja Suraksha is standardised at state-level based on MNRE guidelines, and implemented through state portals and DISCOMs. The details tend to vary from state to state.

In fact, PM Kusum Yojana online registration is easy. Given below is a generalised example to help you understand the details of the application process for PM KUSUM Solar Yojana:

• Go to the official website of the state renewable energy department or the nodal agency

• Fill in your basic applicant details to register on the website

• According to your requirement, choose your scheme component

• Now fill your application form with personal, land and system details

• If there are any specific document requirements, upload those too

• Submit the application for verification

• Your application will be reviewed by the concerned department or the agency for approval

• Once approved, you will receive instructions for installation and subsidy schemes

• The solar pumps or the system will be carried out by the approved vendors

Documents Needed

• Aadhar card

• Passbook

• Declaration form

• Passport-size photo

• Mobile number

• A land document including KhasraKhatauni

Summing Up

The PM Kisan Urja Suraksha, or the PM KUSUM Solar Pump Yojana, was introduced to drive the adoption of solar energy solutions in agriculture by providing solar pumps and grid-connected systems. Today, sustainable and improved agricultural development requires support and financial security for farmers. The PM-KUSUM scheme, casually referred to as PM Solar Pump Yojana, is implemented through the coordinated efforts of the central and state governments to provide financial support as well as eligible infrastructure to implement better energy systems for agricultural energy requirements.

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