Chhattisgarh Farmers Can Now Apply for Solar Pumps from Their Mobile Phones

Key Highlights

• Farmers can apply for solar pumps online via the Solar Solution App.
• Developed by CREDA, it promotes renewable energy adoption.
• Subsidies are available under the Solar Sujala Yojana.
• Over 1 lakh solar pumps are installed in Chhattisgarh.
• Accessible from the Google Play Store for easy use.

Farmers in Chhattisgarh can now easily apply for solar pumps using their mobile phones, thanks to the new Solar Solution App. This app, developed by the Chhattisgarh State Renewable Energy Development Agency (CREDA), allows farmers to access government solar schemes and lodge complaints about faulty solar plants without visiting the CREDA office.

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Purpose of the Solar Solution App

The Solar Solution App is designed to reduce irrigation costs and promote renewable energy through the PM Kusum Yojana and other state schemes. The app connects farmers to various solar energy programs, including:

• Solar Sujala Yojana
• Solar Community Irrigation Scheme

With this app, farmers can apply online, access information on government schemes, and report any issues with installed solar equipment.

How to Download the App

The Solar Solution App is available on the Google Play Store. Farmers can download it and apply for solar pumps or lodge complaints from their homes. The app was launched by Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Dev Sai under the leadership of CREDA’s CEO Rajesh Singh Rana.

Features of the App

Farmers can use the app for:

• Applying for solar plant installations.
• Getting information about solar schemes.
• Reporting faults in installed solar plants.

The app also ensures quick action on complaints, benefiting those in remote areas who may find it difficult to visit government offices.

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Subsidy for Solar Pumps Under Solar Sujala Yojana

Farmers in Chhattisgarh can install solar pumps at subsidized rates under the Solar Sujala Yojana, which has been operational since 2016. This scheme supports:

• Surface and submersible solar pumps (3 HP to 5 HP).
• Increased agricultural production and groundwater conservation.
• Empowerment of farmers by providing affordable irrigation solutions.

Over 1 lakh solar pumps have already been installed under this initiative.

How to Apply Online

Farmers can apply for solar pumps through CREDA’s official portal: www.creda.in. The application process is simple:

1. Fill in details such as irrigation pump type, land area, and water source.
2. Check the subsidy amount and final cost.

Documents Required for Application

Farmers need the following documents:

• Aadhaar card or voter ID.
• Mobile number and address.
• Land ownership documents, including Khasra number.
• Water source details (borewell, well, river, etc.).

Benefits of the App

The app ensures transparency and convenience for farmers, allowing them to save time and effort. It supports the government’s goal of promoting green energy while helping rural communities become self-reliant.

Farmers in Chhattisgarh can now take a step toward modern, eco-friendly farming by adopting solar energy with the help of the Solar Solution App.

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CMV360 Says

The Solar Solution App empowers farmers in Chhattisgarh by simplifying solar pump applications and complaint processes. Promoting renewable energy and offering subsidies through schemes like Solar Sujala Yojana, it supports eco-friendly irrigation, increases agricultural productivity, and strengthens the rural economy. Accessible from mobile phones, this app ensures convenience, transparency, and greater adoption of green energy solutions.