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PM Surya Ghar & ADB Loan
📅 Published 30 Jul 2026 · July 2026
PM Surya Ghar & ADB Loan
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) approved a USD 850 million loan to support India's rooftop solar expansion under PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana.
Target
India aims for 30 GW cumulative rooftop solar capacity by FY 2026–27.
Expected environmental benefit:
28.8 million tonnes CO₂-equivalent emissions reduction.
Prelims
PM Surya Ghar → Rooftop Solar
Mains Link
Energy transition + climate mitigation + distributed renewable energy + energy access
📝 Relevant Exams:
UPSC