Rooftop solar connections in APCPDCL area rise from 6,489 to 50,114 in a year
The Andhra Pradesh Central Power Distribution Corporation Limited has significantly expanded its rooftop solar capacity, reaching over 50,000 connections under the PM Surya Ghar scheme. This initiative aims to meet state renewable energy targets while reducing electricity costs for consumers.
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The rapid scaling of rooftop solar infrastructure is a key component of India's transition to renewable energy and decentralized power generation.
The Andhra Pradesh Central Power Distribution Corporation Limited (APCPDCL) has completed the installation of 50,114 rooftop solar connections with a total capacity of 180 MW under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana , all of them synchronised with the power grid, its Chairman and Managing Director P. Pullareddy has said.
Only 6,489 rooftop solar units had been installed up to April 2025, and the central discom has added 43,625 connections in the last one year, taking the total to 50,114.
Mr. Pullareddy said daily review meetings held by officials with empanelled vendors helped resolve issues promptly, ensuring smooth installations and faster execution.
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