Kanpur village’s 110.48 kW solar project gets DPR approval

Rampur Bhimsen in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, is set to be developed as a solar model village under PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana. The proposal for a 110.48-kilowatt solar plant, costing more than ₹1 crore, and its detailed project report have been approved. The village was selected in 2025; the development was announced on 31 October 2026.

Basu Foundation surveyed the village and prepared the report to Ministry of New and Renewable Energy standards. A project officer from Uttar Pradesh New and Renewable Energy Development Agency presented it to the Kanpur District Magistrate, who approved the file. Officials were directed to take the next steps under the rules.

Plans include solar facilities for eligible public buildings and assets, including panchayat buildings. Uttar Pradesh plans to develop one solar model village in each district. Under the scheme's Model Solar Village component, a selected village in each district can receive ₹1 crore in central assistance.