Prime Minister Narendra Modi has pledged to propel India to become the world s third-largest economy if re-elected for a third term. His ambitious 100-day agenda post-election includes prioritizing manufacturing, new-age technology, infrastructure development, and clean energy sectors. The government aims to implement reforms to boost economic growth and attract foreign investment.
The government plans to streamline the installation of solar agricultural pumps for farmers under the PM-KUSUM scheme by connecting them directly to vendors through a national portal, similar to the PM Suryaghar Muft Bijli Yojana for solar rooftop schemes. This initiative aims to simplify the process, reduce delays, and empower farmers to choose their preferred solar pumps. The scheme s subsidy structure, with 30% from the Centre and a minimum of 30% from states, will remain unchanged. The national portal will also accommodate state subsidies, enhancing efficiency in implementation.
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There is an important subtext in the focus on solar energy: Increasing self-reliance on energy sources can progressively reduce the dependence on the dollar and hedge the Indian economy from the risks of leaning too heavily on the dollar, which is primarily driven by crude oil import requirements.