Tripura is placing great emphasis on the efficient and high-quality implementation of the PM-SURYA Free Solar Scheme, according to officials.
During a review meeting held at the Corporate Office of Tripura State Electricity Corporation Limited (TSECL) on Wednesday, Power Secretary Abhishek Singh (IAS) highlighted the need for the flagship initiative of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to be rolled out effectively across the state.
The meeting, attended by all agencies and vendors involved in the project, focused on the timely installation of solar panels in eligible households while maintaining strict quality standards. Singh emphasized a zero-tolerance policy towards negligence, warning of strict action against agencies or vendors failing to meet their responsibilities. He also reminded stakeholders that agencies would be held accountable for the five-year warranty period of the installations.
Representatives from agencies raised concerns about delays in bank loan approvals affecting project timelines. In response, the Secretary assured that he would personally engage with senior bank officials if necessary. He also pledged government support to address logistical challenges, such as the transport and supply of materials between companies and vendors.
TSECL Managing Director Biswajit Basu, who is overseeing the project, reiterated a no-tolerance policy towards negligence and assured full cooperation from officials at all levels. He stated that the goal of the project is to reduce electricity bills for every consumer in the state.
Deputy General Manager (Corporate) Shishir Debbarma provided a progress update, reporting that 16,855 consumers have registered for the scheme, 7,365 have submitted the required documents, and 1,112 households have already received installed solar panels.
Secretary Singh stressed the importance of extending the benefits of the scheme to rural areas. He announced that agencies working in villages would receive monthly incentives, and a dedicated helpline for vendors would be established to ensure smooth implementation.
