Maryam Nawaz, the Chief Minister of Punjab, has unveiled her intention to initiate a tube well solar scheme initiative aimed at assisting farmers in the province. During a meeting with the Provincial Minister for Irrigation, Kazim Pirzada, the discussion revolved around the operations of the Irrigation Department, with a specific emphasis on guaranteeing the prompt delivery of water to farmers.
CM Maryam announced that the province will line a total of 1200 waterways with Rs 10 billion in the first phase, and an additional 7,000 waterways in the second phase. She emphasized that this program will provide abundant water accessibility to farmers, including those located alongside the canals. She informed the gathering that the current cost of operating a tube well with diesel is approximately Rs3,000 per acre, while using electricity incurs a cost of around Rs1,500 per acre. Conversely, using solar energy to irrigate one acre will cost just Rs 50, significantly alleviating farmers’ financial strain.
Eligibility criteria for tube well solar scheme
Agricultural Tube Wells Solarization Project criteria is as follow:
• Landowners with 25 acres will be eligible to apply.
• Electric tube well owners with up to 15 KW power will also be eligible.
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How much customers will pay?
• Farmers contribute 33% of the expenses.
• Government covers 67% of remaining costs.
Required documents
- Applicant must be resident of Punjab province
- A copy of valid CNIC
- Fard-e-Malakiat for ownership proof
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- Promoting the use of solar-powered irrigation systems to enhance agricultural stability and facilitate adaptation to climate change.
- Enhance water and crop efficiency
- Making irrigation more affordable for farmers
Conclusion
The sun is the most powerful source of energy on the planet. Solar energy has revolutionized the world, becoming the most popular, eco-friendly, and cost-effective source of renewable energy. Various fields, including the industrial and agriculture sectors, have utilized solar energy. The best option is to use solar energy for irrigation in underdeveloped countries like Pakistan, where fuel or electricity prices are unaffordable. Thanks to the Govt. of Punjab, Pakistan, who has initiated a tube-well solar scheme for farmers to facilitate them. Like Pakistan, other undeveloped and well-developed countries should use solar energy for irrigation of their lands.
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