Rooftop solar scheme ambitious, but problems persist?

EVEN as the state and Union governments look to increase solar power generation in the country, consumers have highlighted a slew of problems they are grappling with on the ground, while installing rooftop solar panels, all in the bid to generate green energy.

- EXPRESS NEWS SERVICE @ Bengaluru

At a recent workshop organised by the Bangalore Electricity Supply Company (BESCOM) on the implementation of PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana in the city, consumers pointed out that they were finding it difficult to avail loans, since those aged above 65 years were not even being considered as applicable.