PM Free Solar Scheme
People who applied for the Prime Minister’s Free Solar Scheme 2026 have received an important update. The government has officially started the digital balloting process to select deserving beneficiaries for the program.
This step marks an important phase in the implementation of the scheme, especially for applicants from Gilgit-Baltistan, where the selection process has now formally begun.
Digital Balloting Officially Launched
According to official details, the process of selecting beneficiaries through digital balloting has started in Gilgit-Baltistan under the Prime Minister’s Free Solar Scheme.
The launch of the balloting process was inaugurated by Caretaker Chief Minister Justice (R) Yar Muhammad, who formally opened the system to begin the selection of eligible applicants.
Officials said that this process will help ensure fairness and transparency so that only deserving people benefit from the scheme.
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Transparent Digital System for Selection
Additional Chief Secretary Mushtaq Ahmed explained that a modern digital balloting method has been adopted for the selection of applicants.
The use of a digital system is intended to make the process completely transparent and eliminate the chances of favoritism or manual interference. This means all applicants will have an equal and fair opportunity to be selected.
The authorities emphasized that the goal of this system is to ensure that government support reaches those who truly need it.
58 Megawatts of Solar Systems to Be Distributed
Under this project, solar systems with a total capacity of 58 megawatts will be provided across the region.
The allocation has been divided into two main categories:
| Category | Solar Capacity |
|---|---|
| Household consumers | 40 Megawatts |
| Small businesses and IT institutions | 18 Megawatts |
This distribution is designed to support both residential electricity needs and small business operations.
Relief for Households Facing Electricity Issues
Provincial ministers have welcomed the Prime Minister’s initiative and described it as a major relief for the people of Gilgit-Baltistan.
They said the project will help reduce the electricity shortage in the region and provide households with a reliable source of energy through solar power.
Access to solar energy can significantly reduce electricity expenses for families while also improving daily life in areas where power shortages are common.
Support for Small Businesses and the IT Sector
Officials also highlighted that the scheme will provide special support to small businesses and IT institutions.
Reliable electricity is essential for businesses, especially in the technology sector. Solar systems will allow these businesses to operate more efficiently without facing disruptions caused by power outages.
This initiative is expected to play an important role in boosting economic activity and supporting local entrepreneurs in the region.
What Applicants Should Do Now
Applicants who have already submitted their requests for the Prime Minister’s Free Solar Scheme should now wait for the results of the digital balloting.
Once the draw is completed, the selected beneficiaries will be contacted by the relevant authorities for further verification and installation of the solar systems.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the Prime Minister’s Free Solar Scheme?
It is a government initiative aimed at providing free solar energy systems to deserving households and small businesses to reduce electricity shortages and promote renewable energy.
2. Where has the digital balloting started?
The digital balloting process has started in Gilgit-Baltistan for selecting beneficiaries.
3. How many megawatts of solar systems will be distributed?
A total of 58 megawatts of solar systems will be distributed under this initiative.
4. Who will benefit from this scheme?
The scheme will benefit household consumers, small businesses, and IT institutions.
5. How will applicants know if they are selected?
Selected applicants will be informed by the authorities after the digital balloting process is completed.
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