Athar Aamir Khan reviews progress under PM Surya Ghar-Muft Bijli Yojana

Calls for enhanced public awareness and accelerated rooftop solar adoption in district

5 Dariya News

Budgam 05-Mar-2026

Deputy Commissioner (DC) Budgam, Athar Aamir Khan, today chaired a meeting to review the progress achieved under PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana in the district. During the meeting, the DC took a comprehensive review of the installation of rooftop solar systems across all electrical sub-divisions of Budgam.

He highlighted the numerous benefits of the initiative and urged the KPDCL officials to intensify their public awareness efforts regarding the advantages of installing rooftop solar plants. Stressing the importance of mass outreach, the DC directed officials to launch an extensive awareness campaign to educate the public about the scheme’s financial and environmental benefits.

He also emphasized the need for speedy implementation to ensure that residents fully utilize the scheme's benefits. The meeting was attended by JD planing Budgam, Javaid Ahmad Najar; Superintending Engineer, KPDCL Budgam; ACD Budgam, Executive Engineer KPDCL, LDM Budgam, AEEs, and other concerned officials.