Chümoukedima, October 14: The inaugural programme of Seva Setu Abhiyan under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana was held at the DC Office, Chümoukedima, on Tuesday, with officials and Minister Jacob Zhimomi urging households to adopt rooftop solar energy.
In his welcome address, DC Chümoukedima, Polan John, said the initiative aims to sensitise the public about the scheme and highlighted the potential of Dimapur, Niuland and Chümoukedima in promoting rooftop solar energy.
Executive Engineer, Electrical Division, Chümoukedima, Er. Albert Ovung, said that while 10,000 households have been earmarked under the scheme in Nagaland, only around 800 have availed the benefits so far. He highlighted the Central financial assistance and additional state subsidy available to make installations more affordable.
Minister for PHED and Cooperation, Jacob Zhimomi, encouraged villages and households across the state to adopt rooftop solar energy to reduce electricity bills and meet growing power requirements. He also stressed the importance of proper installation and said the initiative aims to ensure government schemes reach people at the grassroots level.
