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In order to promote the adoption of rooftop solar systems among residential households, the Chandigarh Renewable Energy, Science & Technology Promotion Society (CREST), Chandigarh Administration, is organizing Solar Awareness and Facilitation Camps under the flagship Government of India scheme PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana.
These camps are being held from 10th February to 14th February 2026 at various prominent locations across the city to create awareness about the scheme and to provide on-the-spot assistance to citizens interested in installing rooftop solar power systems.
Camp Locations and CREST Officials (10.02.2026 to 14.02.2026): Sector 17 Market (Near Fountains)
Shri Nitish Sharma – 9115504496, Elante Mall (Near Front Gate Parking), Shri Bhupender Saini – 9646762196, Shastri Market, Sector-22 (Near PNB Bank), Pankaj Guleria – 8146103064, Mauli Jagran (Junction Point, Near Thakur Atta Chakki), Aakash Darmora – 9034651330. Kishangarh (Near Old Government Middle School), Shri Navdeep & Shri Suraj – 7307002321
Representatives from leading banks and CREST-empanelled vendors are also present at the camps to facilitate on-the-spot registration, provide loan-related guidance, and assist citizens with subsidy-related queries.
Key highlights of the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana include:
• Central Financial Assistance (subsidy) of up to ₹78,000 for residential rooftop solar systems
• Low-interest bank loans at rates up to 6% ROI through participating banks
• Single-window facilitation by CREST for vendor selection, technical support, and grievance redressal
• Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) of subsidy amount into beneficiaries’ bank accounts
Residents can apply online at www.pmsuryaghar.gov.in or visit the CREST help desk at the camp venues for guidance and assistance.
The Chandigarh Administration appeals to citizens to take advantage of these camps and contribute towards clean energy adoption while reducing their electricity bills.