{"id":4411,"date":"2025-01-10T12:14:00","date_gmt":"2025-01-10T06:44:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/indianlawsociety.com\/?p=4411"},"modified":"2025-01-13T18:54:00","modified_gmt":"2025-01-13T13:24:00","slug":"pm-kusum-scheme-extended-to-2026-empowering-farmers-with-solar-power","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/karma.law\/insights\/law-library\/pm-kusum-scheme-extended-to-2026-empowering-farmers-with-solar-power\/","title":{"rendered":"PM-KUSUM Scheme: Extended to 2026, Empowering Farmers with Solar Power"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyaan (PM-KUSUM) scheme, a flagship initiative of the Government of India, has been extended until March 31, 2026. This extension, coupled with key amendments, aims to further empower farmers with access to solar energy, promoting sustainability and reducing reliance on traditional power sources.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Background and Objectives<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">The PM-KUSUM scheme was initially launched to provide farmers with access to solar energy for irrigation and other agricultural purposes. It has been scaled up and expanded over time, with the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) issuing guidelines and amendments to enhance its effectiveness. The scheme has three main components:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Component A:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0Installation of decentralized grid-connected renewable power plants.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Component B:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0Installation of standalone solar-powered agriculture pumps.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Component C:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0Solarization of existing grid-connected agriculture pumps.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Extension and Key Amendments<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">The PM-KUSUM scheme has been extended until March 31, 2026, with the targets under the three components remaining unchanged. The following key amendments have been introduced to the implementation guidelines:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Increased CFA for Specific Regions:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0Under Components B and C, Central Financial Assistance (CFA) will be available for pump capacity up to 15 HP to individual farmers in:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">North-eastern States<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Union Territories of Jammu &amp; Kashmir and Ladakh<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">States of Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh.<\/span><br class=\"ng-star-inserted\" \/><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">However, the CFA for pumps up to 15 HP will be restricted to 10% of the total installations.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Waiver of Domestic Content Requirement:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0The condition requiring the use of domestically manufactured solar cells has been waived off for feeder-level solarization projects under Component C, for projects awarded by the implementing agency on or before June 20, 2023.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Budgetary Allocation:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0The budgetary allocation of Rs. 10,000 crore approved by the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) will be utilized before accessing extra-budgetary resources.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Impact of the Amendments<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">These amendments are expected to have a significant impact on the implementation of the PM-KUSUM scheme:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Enhanced Access in Hilly Regions:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0The increased CFA for higher capacity pumps (up to 15 HP) will benefit farmers in the North-eastern states and hilly regions, where irrigation needs are often greater.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Faster Project Implementation:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0The waiver of domestic content requirements for feeder-level solarization will accelerate the implementation of Component C projects.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Efficient Fund Utilization:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0The budgetary allocation of Rs. 10,000 crore will be utilized efficiently before resorting to extra-budgetary resources.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Implementation and Monitoring<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">The scheme is implemented by state implementation agencies, and the progress is monitored by the MNRE. The implementation guidelines are subject to amendments based on feedback from stakeholders. The scheme also promotes inter-se transfer of quantities across Components B and C, ensuring flexibility and efficient resource allocation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Benefits of the PM-KUSUM Scheme<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">The PM-KUSUM scheme offers several benefits to farmers and the environment:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Access to Clean Energy:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0Provides farmers with access to reliable and clean solar power for irrigation and other agricultural needs.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Reduced Electricity Costs:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0Lowers the cost of electricity for irrigation, reducing the financial burden on farmers.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Increased Income:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0Farmers can sell surplus solar power to the grid, generating additional income.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Environmental Sustainability:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0Promotes the use of renewable energy, reducing dependence on fossil fuels and contributing to a cleaner environment.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Water Conservation:<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">\u00a0Encourages efficient water management through solar-powered irrigation.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">Conclusion<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"ng-star-inserted\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ng-star-inserted\">The extension and amendments to the PM-KUSUM scheme are a testament to the government\u2019s commitment to empowering farmers and promoting sustainable agriculture. By providing enhanced financial assistance, removing barriers, and ensuring efficient fund utilization, the scheme is set to achieve its objectives and transform India&#8217;s agricultural landscape.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The PM-KUSUM scheme was initially launched to provide farmers with access to solar energy for irrigation and other agricultural purposes. 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