The Punjab government has announced the distribution of free solar panels across the province starting on Independence Day, August 14.
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif stated on Saturday that households consuming up to 200 units of electricity per month will receive free solar panels. Those using between 200 and 500 units per month will obtain solar panels at only 10% of the cost, with the remaining 90% subsidized by the Punjab government. Payments will be interest-free and spread over five years.
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The distribution process will be managed through banks, and all scheme details have been finalized. CM Maryam emphasized that this initiative aims to reduce electricity bills by 40%, reiterating her commitment to providing public relief.
“These are challenging times, but we stand with the people and will continue to do so,” she said.
Earlier this month, it was reported that the Punjab government had allocated special funds for the promotion and implementation of solar systems in the upcoming fiscal year’s budget. Finance Minister Mujtaba Shujaur Rehman stated, “It is proposed to install free solar systems for consumers using up to 100 units of electricity in the next fiscal year.”
According to budget documents, the government has launched the Chief Minister’s Roshan Gharana Programme at a cost of Rs 9.5 billion. This initiative aims to provide relief to the public burdened by expensive electricity and bills at the provincial level.
