CM Punjab Solar Tubewell Scheme 2025 – Government Subsidy for Farmers
CM Punjab is launching the ‘CM Punjab Solar Tubewell Scheme‘ to help farmers by providing cheaper energy and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The initiative includes solarizing 8000 tube wells with a PKR 1 billion subsidy, promoting solar energy use over diesel for irrigation, easing financial pressures on farmers.
What Is the CM Punjab Solar Tubewell Scheme ?
CM Punjab Solar Tubewell Scheme gives a modern technology in hand to the farmers. Education prepares them to meet the environmental change conditions and to do business in the global world.The fact that farming operations are no longer dependent on conventional sources of energy makes their production more reliable and effective.
Key Features of the CM Punjab Solar Tubewell Scheme
The CM Punjab Solar Program for Tubewells provides comprehensive support to farmers. Below are its main components:
- Total Investment: A massive fund of Rs. 82.60 billion has been dedicated to making this shift possible.
- Conversion Target: 8,000 diesel-based tubewells will be converted to solar power in the first phase.
- Support for Farmers: Farmers can receive a government grant between Rs. 500,000 and Rs. 1,000,000 to help cover the cost of switching to solar.
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Why This Punjab Solar Tubewell Scheme Matters
This isn’t just an upgrade in equipment . it’s a step toward building a stronger, more self-reliant farming community. Here’s how it helps:
- Cuts down on fuel expenses
- Reduces harmful emissions from diesel
- Provides uninterrupted energy for irrigation
- Less pressure on electricity supply in rural areas
- Encourages use of renewable resources
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Categories for CM Punjab Solar Tubewell Scheme
CM Punjab Solar Tubewell Scheme started from May 15, 2025 requires that applicants own land registered in their name. Interested farmers are urged to register before the deadline. The Solarization initiative will support three categories of solar power kits based on horsepower capacity:
- PKR 500,000 subsidy for 10-horsepower kits,
- PKR 750,000 subsidy for 15-horsepower kits,
- PKR 1,000,000 subsidy for 20-horsepower kits.
Farmers will be responsible for paying the remaining balance for the solar system installation.
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Eligibility Criteria
Note that only those farmers who fulfill all eligibility criteria given below will be eligible for the solarization of tubewells.
- The applicant must be a resident of Punjab province.
- The applicant must be above 18 years of age and must have a Computerized ID Card.
- Only one person (farmer) from each family can apply for a solar system.
- The applicant must own an agricultural holding within the revenue limits of the same district where he has submitted his application.
- The applicant must have proof of individual ownership.
- In the case of an electric tube well, the farmer applicant must be the owner of the electric tube well; to prove this, the last paid bill of the electric tubewell connection has to be submitted as proof.
- Farmers in default of any bank or financial institution will not be eligible for this scheme.
- If a farmer owns an electrical tube well, he must have a three-phase electrical connection.
- The electricity connection for the electrical tube well must have been installed on or before October 30, 2024.
CM Punjab Solar Tubewell Scheme Phase 2 Launch Date
Web sources indicate that Phase 2, involving the solarization of 10,000 additional tubewells with federal collaboration, is expected to begin in July 2025, following the completion of Phase 1 installations. This timeline aligns with the program’s two-year plan (2024–2026) and a budget allocation of PKR 9,887.42 million, including PKR 2,500 million for 2024–25.
Farmers are advised to monitor the official portal (https://cmstp.punjab.gov.pk/) and the Punjab Agriculture Department’s website (https://agripunjab.gov.pk/) for announcements regarding Phase 2’s registration start date.
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How to Apply for CM Punjab Solar Tubewell Scheme
Farmers looking to take part in the program can download application forms from the Punjab agriculture department’s official website or apply directly. For additional assistance,
The agriculture helpline is available at 0800-17000, from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Monday through Saturday
For information regarding Solarization of Tubewell Program visit https://agripunjab.gov.pk/solarization or cmstp.punjab.gov.pk
Conclusion
The CM Punjab Solar Tubewell Scheme is a brave and wise move toward energy-efficient agriculture. The initiative supports the environment, lowers costs for farmers, and guarantees a constant water supply for crops by substituting solar energy for diesel.
More than just a technical improvement, it is a step toward a future for agriculture in Punjab better and cleaner.
