PM KUSUM Guide for Farmers

PM KUSUM stands for Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha Evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan. This national programme supports solar powered irrigation and small scale solar plants on agricultural land. The scheme reduces dependence on diesel and costly grid power, lowers irrigation cost and gives farmers a chance to earn by selling surplus electricity to the grid. Central support is provided along with state level implementation through nodal agencies and distribution companies. The scheme covers installation of standalone solar pumps, solarisation of existing grid connected pumps and decentralized solar plants across rural areas. Major benefits include lower fuel expenses, reliable daytime power for irrigation and new income from power sales when grid connections and net metering are allowed. The scheme has clear components and targets set by the ministry to boost solar capacity in rural areas. Many states also provide additional incentives or faster implementation through state portals and nodal agencies. If you are a farmer considering solar, PM KUSUM is designed to reduce upfront costs through subsidy and lending support.