SDO (Civil), Mokokchung, Ajay Moktan, IAS inaugurated the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, Seva Setu Abhiyan at DC’s Office Compound, Mokokchung on 14th October, 2026.
Speaking at the inaugural event, Moktan highlighted the benefits of Rooftop Solar (RTS), which generates free electricity at homes and reduces electricity bills. He stated that it is a central and state subsidies scheme under which 70-80% of the total cost is transferred back directly to the beneficiary’s bank account.
He informed that there are over 26 RTS Vendors empanelled in the state with slight variation in the rates according to the energy (kW) installed at homes. The installation is completely done by the RTS Vendors of the beneficiary’s choice and provides free maintenance for up to 5 years. Citizens can also avail loans for RTS installation, he said.
Highlighting the state’s rising energy consumption, he urged citizens to go for naturally produced solar energy. He also urged the participants to spread awareness among the people. He further informed that the last date for subsidy beneficiary is due at 31st March, 2027.
During the event, the beneficiaries who have installed RTS at home shared their testimonies. According to one beneficiary, Asung Jamir, a resident of Mokokchung, stated that he installed RTS in the month of July, following which, his monthly electricity bill has reduced from Rs 1700 to Rs 230. He said that the installation process took only one and half day and received his subsidy within 2 months.
According to another beneficiary, since the installation of RTS, the gas consumption and burning of firewood was reduced to a great extent at home as she further said, she can now easily use induction with solar power.
Executive Engineer, Mokokchung, Electrical Division, Er. Chutsusie Thowachu in his brief speech said, the demand for energy has risen with population growth and expanding use of machinery. He observed that conventional sources, including thermal and hydro energy were facing growing challenges in meeting the raising demand, for which the government has promoted solar energy as an alternative.
He informed that the RTS installation is currently provided only for domestic use and not for commercial purposes. He further said the citizens of the Mokokchung district that, the Vendors including M/s Smart Tech and Native Enterprises are available for registration and necessary assistance will be available at DC’s Office Complex, Mokokchung from 14th -16th October, 2026, from 10:00AM to 2:00 PM. Therefore, he has requested the citizens to visit the camp and avail the benefits provided.
(Tansumong, IA Mokokchung)
