August 2025 Solar Panel Scheme
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, looking at the environment and the situation in Punjab, has taken important steps for the development of Punjab. She is giving big programs to make everything environment-friendly and has also spread them far and wide to raise people’s awareness. One of these programs is the Free Solar Panel Program, which is known as the Chief Minister’s revolutionary step related to solar energy in the fight against climate change and rising electricity bills.
If we look at the current situation, inflation is gaining momentum and along with it, the prices of electricity bills have also reached the sky and for this reason, the supply of solar panels is also increasing in these areas. Punjab has now decided to start phase three of the solar panel scheme in August. This is the phase that thousands of families were eagerly waiting for.
Today, in this article, we will be able to know what criteria will have to be met in the scheme of this date, how will our registration be in this program and how many benefits will we be able to get through this program.
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About Solar Panels:
Maryam Nawaz Sharif will become the minister of solar panels to help the poor and deserving people. This program is also known as the Roshan Gharana Scheme. Through this program, free solar panels are provided to eligible people who meet the criteria of this program so that they can get away from the problems of electricity bills and learn how to use renewable energy resources in a good way and at the same time reduce the load on electricity generating sources.
Background: Punjab’s shift to clean energy
The CM Solar Panel Scheme is a government-funded initiative that provides free solar systems to households. The scheme is in line with Punjab’s vision to:
- Reduce dependence on fossil fuels.
- Reduce the financial burden on low-energy consumers.
- Promote environmental sustainability.
August 2025: Solar Panel Distribution Progress Underway
Launched in August 2024, the CM Punjab Solar Panel Scheme has been rolled out in phases, gradually expanding to more cities and rural communities. As of August 2025, the initiative has entered its third phase, marking a significant milestone in the government’s clean energy mission.
Phase 1,
Conducted from August to December 2024, successfully delivered 20,000 solar systems across Lahore, Gujranwala, and Rawalpindi.
Phase 2
Followed between January and July 2025, expanding distribution to Multan, Faisalabad, and Bahawalpur with 30,000 more systems installed.
Now in Phase 3 (August to December 2025),
An estimated 50,000 additional solar units are expected to be distributed, covering areas like Sahiwal, Sargodha, and other developing regions. With over 50,000 systems already provided to households, the scheme is well on its way to achieving its target of equipping 100,000 homes with free solar energy solutions.
Eligibility Criteria
This program is designed to help domestic consumers and only those who meet its criteria can benefit from this program. Below are the criteria that you need to know.
- If your electricity bill units are less than 300 in meaning, then you can benefit from this program.
- This program is given exclusively to those families who are low-income and cannot pay the rising electricity bills and therefore rely on fans and bulbs.
- CNIC applicants are eligible for this program.
Only eligible and deserving families are helped through this program and not those who own big shops or factories.
- Customers involved in meter tampering, misuse of multiple meters, or unpaid dues are not eligible.
- Commercial or industrial users are excluded.
Digital verification through WAPDA and LESCO: Your consumption is verified through the reference numbers of your electricity bill.
How to Apply – Registration Process for Phase3
You can apply online – the process is easy and free.
Online Registration Portal:
- Visit: cmsolarscheme.punjab.gov.pk
Fill in the required details:
- CNiC Number
- Electricity Bill Reference Number
- Mobile Number
Upload scanned documents (CNIC + recent bill).
Apply via SMS:
- Send your CNIC
- Electricity Reference Number to 8800.
You will receive a confirmation SMS if your data is verified.
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Complete Solar System, Not Just Panels!
The Punjab government is not just providing solar panels, but a complete solar power system is being provided to selected households. This system is sufficient to run common household needs like fans, lights and small electrical appliances.
The package given to each household includes:
- Two solar panels (300 watts each)
- One battery (minimum 150Ah capacity)
- 1.5 kW inverter
- Complete wiring and steel frame structure
This system has specially designed for households that consume less electricity, so that they can meet their basic electricity needs without monthly bills. This will not only reduce the burden but is also a big step towards self-sufficiency in the energy sector.
About cities Latest details (August 2025)
The distribution of solar systems in various cities of Punjab is complete or underway by August 2025. This project is being implemented in phases so that each area can benefit equally.
The status so far is as follows:
- Lahore – Distribution of solar systems has completed.
- Bahawalpur – Distribution has completed.
- Multan – Distribution is currently underway.
- Faisalabad – Distribution is about to start soon.
- Rawalpindi and Sargodha – Distribution starts in August 2025.
The government aims to provide solar energy to as many needy households as possible in each phase, so that a permanent solution to the electricity crisis and expensive bills can be provided.
Environmental Data: Benefits
- Expected annual savings: 130 GWh (gigawatt hours).
- Carbon reduction: 57,000 tons/year.
- Encourage private solar investment.
- Reduce load on fossil fuel-powered grid.
Final Words:
In the last few years, the price of everything in Pakistan has been increasing, due to which many families have become distressed. One of these worries was electricity bills, which the Punjab government has decided to eliminate through the solar panel scheme. These solar panels give people relief from electricity bills and increase the standards of life. Solar panels are an excellent and free means of using solar energy, by taking advantage of which you can not only become environmentally friendly but also get rid of your electricity bills. Therefore, it is important that you understand and implement all the important aspects of this program so that you can benefit from this program and inform others about this program. For more information, contact the official website of the government.
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