LAHORE: The Punjab government has launched the tube well solarisation Scheme under the Chief Minister Punjab Kisan Package to convert electric and diesel-powered tube wells to solar energy.
The initiative aims to convert 8,000 fuel-powered tube wells to solar energy, with a budget of 9 billion rupees allocated for the program.
The project’s goal is to reduce farmers’ economic costs and ease the region’s energy crisis. To be eligible, applicants must have the land registry in their name.
Farmers can submit applications until December 31, 2024, to participate in the scheme.
The government will provide subsidies on three solar power kits: Rs 5 lakh for a 10 KW kit, Rs 7.5 lakh for a 15 KW kit, and Rs 10 lakh for a 20 KW kit.
Farmers will cover the remaining costs.
The project is expected to alleviate pressure on the energy sector and contribute to environmental sustainability.
Eligibility Criteria for Farmers:
- The applicant must be a resident of Punjab Province (attach a copy of valid CNIC and FRC certificate from NADRA) and one farmer will get one facility/ solar system only from the family.
- Owner of agricultural land in the revenue boundary of the same district where the application is submitted. Attach a copy of valid CNIC and Fard-e-Malakiat as evidence of ownership.
- Owns an electric tubewell with a power requirement upto 15 KW will be considered for solarization. (The last paid bill of the electric tubewell connection will be submitted as proof of tubewell ownership, nonpayers/ defaulters will not be considered).
- The Tubewell Electricity connection should have been installed on or before 31st March 2024.
- Tubewell with a watertable depth upto 60 feet is eligible.
- Should have a 3-phase electrical connection
How to Apply:
Farmers can visit the official website (https://cmstp.punjab.gov.pk/) to apply for the scheme.
For more information, farmers can contact the Agriculture Helpline at 0800-17000.
