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Solar Pumps for Irrigation: Benefits, Cost & Subsidies (2025)

Electricity cuts and rising diesel prices troubling your farm work? Don’t worry — solar pumps are here to make irrigation easy, cost-effective, and sustainable.

In this blog, we’ll break down the top benefits, real costs, and government subsidy schemes (like PM-KUSUM) available in 2025, all in simple farmer-friendly language.

???? What is a Solar Pump?

A solar pump is a water pump that runs on electricity generated by solar panels. It draws water from wells, borewells, or ponds for irrigation — using sunlight instead of diesel or grid electricity.

NLP Tip: "Why wait for electricity when the sun shines every day? Use it to power your farm!"

✅ Top Benefits of Solar Pumps

1. Zero electricity bill – Runs fully on sunlight
2. No diesel needed – Save fuel money
3. Low maintenance – Once installed, it runs for years
4. Eco-friendly – No pollution or noise
5. Government subsidy available – Up to 60% covered

???? Solar Pump Price in 2025

Prices vary slightly by brand, region & installation.

????️ PM-KUSUM Yojana 2025 – Government Subsidy

Under the PM-KUSUM Scheme, farmers can get up to 60% subsidy on solar pumps:

1. 30% from the Central Government
2. 30% from the State Government
3. Remaining 40% can be self-paid or covered by a bank loan

How to Apply:

???? Visit https://pmkusum.mnre.gov.in/

???? Or contact your nearest agriculture/horticulture office

NLP Tip: "The sun is free, and now the government helps you harness it too!"

????‍???? Who Should Consider a Solar Pump?

1. Farmers in areas with frequent power cuts
2. Those using diesel pumps regularly
3. Farmers with water sources far from electric lines
4. Anyone looking for a sustainable, long-term solution

???? Read the full guide here:

???? www.thetractoradda.com/solar-pumps-irrigation-benefits-cost-subsidies