Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlighted the Pradhanmantri Suryodaya Yojana during the Budget 2024 speech, linking it to the recent inauguration of the Ram temple in Ayodhya. The scheme aims to provide rooftop solar systems to one crore households, enabling them to receive up to 300 units of free electricity monthly. The minister emphasized the initiative’s alignment with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision, following the consecration of the Ram Mandir. The scheme offers various benefits, including annual savings for households, support for electric vehicles, and employment opportunities in the renewable energy sector.
Why did Nirmala Sitharaman mention Ayodhya Ram Mandir in Budget 2024 speech?
