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- Phase II of the Rooftop Solar Programme to achieve 40,000 MW of rooftop solar capacity was extended until 31st March 2026.
- This step by the MNRE means that the consumers will not have to pay additional charges for solar installation.
- The MNRE also notified that the subsidy provided under the program will be continued until further notice.
- The subsidy under the National Portal has been fixed by the Government of India at INR 14,588 per kW (up to a maximum of 3 kW).
- Under the program, the government provides a subsidy of:
- 40% for the first 3 kW
- 20% for 3 kW- 10 kW
Question:
Q.1 The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) extended the Rooftop Solar Programme till?a. March 2024
b. March 2025
c. March 2026
d. March 2027