The Saur Sujala Yojana is a program in Chhattisgarh that provides solar powered irrigation pumps to farmers. This scheme was started in 2016. Under this scheme, farmers are given solar powered irrigation pumps at a very low cost.
During the Saur Sujala Yojana, farmers were able to double their income by planting crops. Earlier, farmers had only the help of rain to plant crops; now, the benefit of Saur Sujala Yojana has been increased by twofold.
Under the Saur Sujala Scheme, farmers receive subsidies for solar panels upon completing the required documentation. The use of solar pumps boosts agricultural production while aiding groundwater conservation and management, contributing to sustainable farming practices in the state.
The state government provides subsidies to farmers to install solar-powered pumps. The scheme is easily available and affordable for farmers in rural areas who might not have reliable power sources.
By promoting the use of solar energy, the scheme aims to reduce the environmental impact of farming, especially the use of electricity and fossil fuels. Solar pumps have lower operating costs than diesel or electric pumps.
– Beneficiaries must be 18 years or older. – The scheme is for poor farmers who cannot afford solar pumps. – Farmers with up to two hectares of land are eligible to apply. – The scheme is exclusively for citizens of Chhattisgarh.
– Agricultural land documents – Proof of address – Aadhar card – Photocopy of caste certificate – Work site map – Amount of processing fee – Applicant’s photograph