Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has officially launched the CM Punjab Free Solar Panel Scheme. The initiative aims to provide free solar panels to low-consumption electricity users, helping them reduce their energy costs. A digital balloting process was conducted to ensure fairness in the selection.
Key Highlights of the Solar Scheme Punjab
- Free solar panels for consumers using up to 200 units per month.
- 94,483 solar systems will be installed in the first phase.
- Physical verification will be conducted before installation.
- Installation will start by the end of March 2025 and be completed by July 2025.
- The scheme will be fully digitized for transparency.
- A helpline has been set up for customer assistance.
- 100,000 solar systems will reduce carbon emissions by 57,000 tonnes.
First Phase Installation Details
| Category | Number of Systems | Capacity per System |
|---|---|---|
| Consumers using up to 100 units/month | 47,182 | 0.55 kW |
| Consumers using 100-200 units/month | 47,301 | 1.1 kW |
Registration Process for Free Solar Panels 2025
1. Online Registration
- Visit cmsolarscheme.punjab.gov.pk.
- Enter your personal details and the reference number for the electricity bill.
- Eligibility will be checked based on consumption history.
- If eligible, the applicant enters a digital balloting process.
- Selected applicants will undergo physical verification before installation.
2. SMS Registration
- Send the CNIC number and electricity bill reference number to 8800.
- If eligible, applicants will be added to the balloting process.
Selection & Verification Process for CM Solar Scheme
- A total of 861,000 consumers applied for the scheme.
- Selection is done through digital balloting.
- Selected consumers will be physically verified to ensure fairness.
- The provision of solar panels will be linked to the CNIC to avoid fraud.
Benefits of the Punjab Free Solar Panel Scheme
✅ Lower electricity costs for eligible consumers.
✅ No burden of electricity bills for small households.
✅ Environment-friendly as it reduces carbon emissions.
✅ Less reliance on government subsidies for energy.
✅ Digitally managed for transparent and fair distribution.
The Punjab Free Solar Panel Scheme is a major step towards reducing electricity costs for low-income consumers and promoting clean energy. Stay updated by visiting the official portal for further announcements.
