The Saur Sujala Yojana is to set up solar irrigation pumps for the irrigation needs of the farmers. The scheme has been started on November 01, 2016, with the aim of empowering the farmers by providing irrigation pumps to the farmers at subsidized rates.
Saur Sujala Yojana - Introduction
The Saur Sujala Yojana is to set up solar irrigation pumps for the irrigation needs of the farmers. The scheme has been started on November 01, 2016 with the aim of empowering the farmers by providing irrigation pumps to the farmers at subsidized rates. The use of solar pump will help in increasing agricultural production in the state as well as conservation and augmentation of ground water and strengthening the rural economy. Under the plan, there is a provision for setting up solar pumps of 03 H.P. and 05 H.P. capacity. Saur Sujala Yojana is being implemented by Chhattisgarh State Renewable Energy Development Agency (CREDA-Chhattisgarh State Renewable Energy Development Agency). Beneficiaries under the scheme are selected by the Agriculture Department. Under the scheme, more than 01 lakh solar pumps have been installed.
Eligibility
- Small/medium/large-scale farmers are eligible to apply for this scheme.
- The farmer should be a resident of Chhattisgarh State.