NATIONAL SCHEMES

Solar Pumps Scheme
▪ India is promoting the Solar Pumps Scheme to be implemented in Africa and island nations.
▪ The scheme will be implemented through the International Solar Alliance (ISA) platform in Africa and island countries.
PM-KUSUM Scheme
▪ This scheme was launched in 2019.
▪ It is implemented by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE).
▪ The scheme aims to promote solar energy in agricultural lands, providing electricity and an
additional source of income to farmers.
▪ Under this scheme, the Central Government has set a new target of generating 348 GW of solar power by March 2026.

PM-Surya Ghar Scheme
▪ This scheme was launched in 2024.
▪ Implemented by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE).
▪ The scheme aims to promote solar power generation in households across India, turning each home into a mini power producer.

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