Kusum Yojana

Key Objectives

The Kusum Yojana aims to:

• Promote the use of solar energy in agriculture.
• Empower farmers with reliable and affordable energy.
• Increase India's renewable energy capacity.
• Reduce operational farming costs.
• Encourage decentralized solar energy production.

Components of the Kusum Yojana

1. Component-A: Solar Power Plants

   Farmers can install ground-mounted solar power plants and sell surplus electricity to the grid.

2. Component-B: Solar Pumps

   Provides standalone solar-powered agricultural pumps to reduce dependency on diesel.

3. Component-C: Solarization of Existing Pumps

   Farmers can solarize their existing grid-connected irrigation pumps and sell surplus energy.

Financial Assistance

Farmers receive subsidies to reduce installation costs:

Benefits

• Cost savings by reducing reliance on diesel and grid electricity.
• Income generation through surplus power sale.
• Environmental benefits by promoting clean energy.
• Efficient land utilization for income generation.
• Improved energy security for irrigation.

How to Apply

1. Farmers with agricultural land can apply.
2. Visit the state-specific Kusum Yojana portal or contact the local renewable energy department.
3. Submit the required documents, such as land records and identity proof.