Srinagar, Nov. 20 -- Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL) on Tuesday claimed to have achieved 1 MW of rooftop solar capacity under the flagship PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana.

This achievement, coupled with disbursement of Rs 1.00 cr in Central subsidy to 110 domestic beneficiaries, marks a major boost in making solar energy affordable and accessible to the consumers, KPDCL spokesperson said in a statement here while underscoring the significance of these subsidies in empowering consumers to navigate towards solar energy, reducing their dependence on conventional power sources.

Additionally, the spokesperson announced that Rs 1 crore in UT subsidy has been allocated to KPDCL which shall enable disbursement of an addi...