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PM KUSUM Yojana

KUSUM Yojana – Tradeplus Resources

Introduction

The Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan (KUSUM) Yojana is a Government of India initiative aimed at providing energy security to farmers, reducing dependence on diesel, and promoting the use of solar energy. Tradeplus Resources supports farmers and institutions in availing benefits under Component A and Component B of this scheme with complete guidance, installation, and service.

Objectives of the KUSUM Yojana

  • Empower farmers with reliable solar energy solutions.
  • Provide a sustainable alternative to diesel-powered irrigation pumps.
  • Encourage farmers to generate income by selling surplus power to the grid.
  • Promote India’s commitment to clean and renewable energy.

Component A – Solar Power Plants

Under Component A, farmers, cooperatives, panchayats, and farmer producer organizations can set up decentralized solar power plants with a capacity of up to 2 MW.

  • Solar power plants installed on barren or unused land.
  • Capacity between 500 kW to 2 MW.
  • Generated electricity is sold to the local DISCOM.
  • Provides a steady income stream to farmers.

Benefits of Component A

  • Additional source of income through sale of solar power.
  • Efficient utilization of unused or wasteland.
  • Promotes decentralized solar generation for rural areas.

Component B – Solar Pumps

Under Component B, individual farmers are provided with financial assistance to install standalone solar-powered pumps up to 7.5 HP capacity for irrigation.

  • Subsidy available for pumps up to 7.5 HP capacity.
  • Farmers receive up to 60% subsidy on the total cost.
  • Remaining cost is shared between farmer contribution and bank loan.
  • Enables reliable irrigation without relying on diesel or grid power.

Benefits of Component B

  • Free farmers from rising diesel costs and unreliable power supply.
  • Promotes clean, renewable, and cost-effective irrigation.
  • Reduces operational expenses for farmers in the long run.

How Tradeplus Resources Helps You

  1. Guidance in selecting the right component (A or B) as per eligibility.
  2. Support in subsidy application and documentation process.
  3. Supply of high-quality solar modules, inverters, and pumps.
  4. Professional installation and commissioning.
  5. After-sales service and technical support.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Must be a farmer or a farmer-producer organization.
  • For Component A: Access to barren or unused land.
  • For Component B: Land requiring irrigation and willingness to adopt solar pumps.
  • Valid identification and electricity/diesel pump details required.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. How much subsidy can farmers get?

Farmers can get up to 60% subsidy on solar pump installations under Component B. For Component A, DISCOMs purchase power at a fixed tariff providing long-term income.

Q2. What is the maximum solar pump capacity allowed?

Subsidy is available for solar pumps up to 7.5 HP capacity.

Q3. Can farmers take loans for their share of the project?

Yes, bank financing is available for the farmer’s contribution.

Q4. Who can apply for Component A?

Individual farmers, panchayats, cooperatives, and FPOs can apply for setting up solar plants under Component A.

Call to Action

Interested in applying for the KUSUM Yojana?
Contact Tradeplus Resources today to get complete assistance for Component A and B installations.