PM Kusum Yojana: Fraudulent activities targeting citizens with fake approval letters have been on the rise in recent times. These letters seek a registration fee of Rs 8,000 in exchange of false claim of offering benefits under the PM Kusum Yojana. PIB Fact Check has debunked this scam as it alerts and informs people about the scam.
“Have you received an approval letter seeking ₹8,000 as registration fee under PM Kusum Yojana? This letter is Fake. This scheme is implemented by designated depts of state govt. Visit http://mnre.gov.in for details,” PIB Fact Check wrote on X (formerly Twitter).
What is PM Kusum Yojana?
The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthan Mahabhiyan (PM Kusum) Yojana is a Modi government initiative, which aims to provide solar pumps and solar power generation systems to farmers so that their dependency on diesel and grid electricity is reduced, while promoting sustainable agriculture. Also, the scheme’s objective is to increase the income of farmers, who can earn more by selling surplus solar power to the grid.
Fake Letter Scam
The fake approval letters are being sent out by fraudsters, who allege them to be from the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) and seek a registration fee of Rs 8,000 from beneficiaries. The letters look official as they often have formal language and government logos.
PM Kusum Yojana Official Channels
Always rely on official sources to avoid falling prey to such frauds.
-For accurate details about the PM Kusum Yojana, you must visit the MNRE website at https://mnre.gov.in.
-Designated departments of the state government have implemented this scheme. Make sure to get in touch with real state-level authorities.
-Always make sure to verify any communication you have received regarding the schemes using official helplines and offices.
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