- Solar rooftop systems installed in over 150 homes through the initiative of ‘Solar Didi’, creating history through women’s leadership and public participation
- A shining example of financial resilience, earning an additional Rs 2.50 lakh
Naragaon in Balod district of Chhattisgarh is establishing a new identity for clean energy, women’s empowerment, and community participation. Through the tireless efforts and collective initiative of the district’s “Solar Didi,” Naragaon has emerged as the state’s first electrified village. Over 150 households in the village have installed 2-kilowatt solar rooftop systems, generating 300 kilowatts of electricity. This achievement is not only a significant step toward expanding clean energy, but also a powerful example of the leadership and self-reliance of rural women.
- “Solar Didi’s have taken the message of solar energy to every home.
” “Solar Didi’s” have played a crucial role in expanding solar energy in Naragaon. These women have reached out to rural families, educating them about the benefits of solar energy, and encouraging them to install solar rooftop systems on their homes. Through women’s active participation, collective efforts, and strong self-management, this initiative has been successfully implemented. This has provided rural women with the opportunity to lead the development process and increased awareness about clean energy in the village.
- “Solar Didis’ efforts, collective participation, and self-management have achieved success.”
The initiative’s most significant feature is its “zero beneficiary contribution and zero additional government support” model. Under this model, beneficiaries have not had to pay any additional funds for solar rooftop installation. It has been made successful through the efforts, collective participation, and self-management of Solar Didis.
- “Clean energy promotes environmental protection and self-reliance.”
The use of solar energy helps reduce dependence on conventional energy sources and promotes environmental protection. The installation of solar rooftops in every home in Naragaon is providing villagers with the opportunity to use clean energy. This initiative could serve as an inspiration for other villages in the future. Community cooperation and better management of local resources can pave new paths for development.
- ‘An exemplary example of women empowerment and public participation’
This achievement of the Didis of Anchal Mahila Sankul Organisation of Gurur Block, village Naragaon, shows that when women get the opportunity to lead and the community makes united efforts, even the biggest changes are possible. Through their active role, the ‘Solar Didis’ have proved that rural women are not only beneficiaries of schemes, but are also important leaders of development and change and this also provides economic strength in the form of a business. Through this, these Solar Didis have earned an income of more than Rs 2.50 lakh till now.
Naragaon’s unique model is an inspiring example of the integration of clean energy, environmental protection, women’s empowerment, and community self-reliance. As the state’s first village to be electrified through Solar Sisters, Naragaon’s initiative marks a significant milestone in the expansion of green energy in Chhattisgarh.