West Bengal Boosts Rooftop Solar with Vendor Meet

A National Vendor Meet was held in Kolkata, West Bengal, on August 13, 2026, to boost rooftop solar adoption under the PM-Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana (PMSG:MBY) scheme. The meeting was jointly conducted by the West Bengal State Electricity Distribution Company Limited (WBSEDCL) and REC Ltd. at Hotel Taj Bengal, New Alipore, Kolkata.

The meeting was chaired by Santanu Basu, IAS, Principal Secretary, Power Department, Government of West Bengal. Officials from REC Ltd, CESC, the Government of West Bengal, State and National Vendors, and Training Partners participated in the meeting.

The Principal Secretary, Power Department, Government of West Bengal, emphasized the importance of active participation and coordinated efforts from both State and National Vendors to strengthen the implementation of PMSG:MBY in the state. He affirmed the collective commitment of the Government of West Bengal, REC Limited, WBSEDCL, Vendors, DISCOMs, financial institutions, and other stakeholders towards accelerating rooftop solar adoption.

REC Ltd, headed by Smt. S. Jayanthi, ED, presented the perspective of the scheme as the Nodal Agency for implementation of PMSG:MBY. She urged National Vendors to deploy adequate manpower and requested Brand Owners to expand their channel partner network across West Bengal to facilitate faster installation of rooftop solar systems.

The meeting also included a presentation by Devinder, DGM REC, and Raman Garg, DGM, REC, focused on increasing vendor participation, ensuring the quality of RTS plants, vendor rating, and outlining the provisions of training and capacity building for vendors under PMSGY in West Bengal.

The National Vendor Meet provided an important platform for stakeholders to deliberate on implementation-related issues, strengthen coordination, and identify measures to improve the pace of rooftop solar installations under the scheme.

The PM-Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana (PMSG:MBY) scheme aims to promote rooftop solar adoption across the country. The scheme is implemented by the Government of India, and REC Ltd is the Nodal Agency for its implementation.

The meeting in Kolkata is a significant step towards achieving the goals of the PMSG:MBY scheme in West Bengal. The state has been actively promoting rooftop solar adoption, and the meeting has brought together stakeholders to discuss ways to accelerate the process.

The success of the PMSG:MBY scheme in West Bengal will depend on the active participation of State and National Vendors, as well as the coordination and support of the Government of West Bengal, REC Limited, WBSEDCL, and other stakeholders.

In conclusion, the National Vendor Meet in Kolkata has provided a platform for stakeholders to come together and discuss ways to boost rooftop solar adoption in West Bengal. The meeting has emphasized the importance of coordinated efforts and active participation from all stakeholders to achieve the goals of the PMSG:MBY scheme.

The outcome of the meeting is expected to accelerate rooftop solar installations in West Bengal, contributing to the state's renewable energy goals and reducing its dependence on non-renewable energy sources.

The PMSG:MBY scheme is a significant initiative by the Government of India to promote rooftop solar adoption across the country. The scheme has the potential to contribute significantly to the country's renewable energy targets and reduce its carbon footprint.

Overall, the National Vendor Meet in Kolkata has been a significant step towards promoting rooftop solar adoption in West Bengal and achieving the goals of the PMSG:MBY scheme.