Are you eligible for Sindh govt solar panel scheme 2024? Check details

Sindh government will be give solar panels to 200,000 people in the first phase through Benazir Income Support Programme
An undated image of solar panels installed in a field. — Pixabay
An undated image of solar panels installed in a field. — Pixabay

The Sindh government has introduced a scheme to provide subsidised solar panels to low-income households, aiming to alleviate the burden of rising electricity costs.

Under this initiative, eligible families will receive financial support to install solar panels, enabling them to generate their own electricity and reduce their dependence on the grid. The programme is part of the government's broader efforts to promote renewable energy and address energy poverty in the province.

According to the details available, the Sindh government will be give solar panels to 200,000 people in the first phase through Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) across the region as 50,000 systems are set to arrive in Karachi in October.

Let’s take a look at the Sindh Solar Scheme details

Solar Scheme 2024
Specification
Solar panels
80-100W
Lithium-Ion battery
18 AH
DC fan 1
LED bulbs
3
Mobile charger
Included

 It should be noted that the system costs approximately Rs55,000, while eligible families will receive them by paying more than 20%.

Who can apply for Sindh Solar Scheme 2024?

Solar scheme Criteria
Eligibility
BISP registered low-income households
Poverty scorecard
21-50: Eligible for solar home systems
0-20: Households unable to pay Rs6,000 will receive solar kits fully subsidiSed

By shifting to solar power, low-income households can expect significant savings on their electricity bills, while also contributing to a reduction in the overall demand for grid electricity. The initiative is seen as a crucial step towards achieving energy sustainability and providing financial relief to vulnerable communities across Sindh.