The CM Solar Panel Scheme 2025, also known as the Roshan Gharana Program, is a revolutionary initiative launched by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif to provide free solar systems to 100,000 low-income households across Punjab.
This landmark program not only reduces the burden of high electricity bills but also promotes clean, renewable energy—making it a critical part of Pakistan’s climate action roadmap.
📢 Latest Update – May 21, 2025
- 🔹 Balloting Completed in early May
- 🔹 50,000 households selected in Phase 1
- 🔹 Physical verification underway
- 🔹 Solar panel installation begins in late May
- 🔹 Completion expected by July 2025
- 🔹 Over 94,483 solar kits prepared
- 🔹 Rs 12.6 billion allocated in Phase 1
- 🌱 57,000 tonnes of carbon emissions reduced so far
✅ Who Is Eligible for the CM Solar Panel Scheme?
To qualify for the CM Punjab Solar Panel Scheme, you must:
- ✔️ Reside in Punjab
- ✔️ Have a valid Pakistani CNIC
- ✔️ Consume up to 200 electricity units/month
- ❌ Not own an existing solar system
- ❌ No duplicate applications allowed
🧾 What Will Selected Households Receive?
Each selected family will get a complete solar kit, including:
- ☀️ Solar Panels
- 🔋 Batteries
- ⚡ Inverter
- 📲 CNIC-linked system to prevent theft
These kits are designed to provide clean energy and reduce reliance on expensive grid electricity.
🔍 How to Check Your Solar Scheme Application Status
There are three easy ways to check if you’re selected:
| Method | Steps |
|---|---|
| 🌐 Online | Visit cmsolarscheme.punjab.gov.pk, enter your CNIC |
| 📩 SMS | Send your CNIC number to 8800 |
| ☎️ Helpline | Call 0800-098098 (toll-free) for assistance |
📆 What’s Next for Applicants?
- 🛠️ Installations Begin: Late May 2025
- 🔎 Physical Verifications: Ongoing for selected homes
- 🔄 Next Phases: If not selected in this draw, you can reapply in upcoming phases later this year
- 🏡 Focus on rural Punjab in future rounds
🌍 Why This Program Matters
With electricity prices rising and load-shedding worsening, this initiative brings:
- 💡 Bill-free electricity for low-income families
- 🌱 Reduced carbon emissions
- 💸 Rs. 0 monthly bills for many homes
- 🔋 Cleaner energy adoption across Punjab
It’s a game-changing model for energy reforms in Pakistan.
📣 Stay Updated
For the latest on:
- ✅ Installation schedules
- ✅ New registration openings
- ✅ Future expansion areas
📲 Follow official Punjab Government platforms and visit cmsolarscheme.punjab.gov.pk
📝 Final Thoughts
If your household meets the criteria, this scheme could eliminate electricity bills and ensure uninterrupted power at home. Check your status today via the portal, SMS, or helpline—and stay tuned for the next registration round.
