10 May 2026
PM Suryodaya Yojana installs 1 crore rooftop solar units
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Summary
Ministry of New & Renewable Energy: PM Suryodaya Yojana (launched 2024) has installed 1 crore (10 million) rooftop solar units across India, with 300 free units/month for households. Capacity: 40+ GW.
Why it matters
UPSC GS-3 (Energy, Environment). Connect with India's 500 GW renewable target, energy access, solar-led growth, climate commitments.