Off grid solar system in Inida

Government of India should encourage all states to promulgate rules and regulations to speed up rooftop grid connected solar installations. By this approach they can generate electricity at the point of consumption, and not at far away places and bring it to towns and villages. There will be lot of savings in this process.

Kerala's initial approach of off-grid systems is good as a start up. Sure they will move on to grid connected system soon realizing its benefit.

70% of India's population lives villages. India can think of popularizing grid connected system wherever utility lines are available. Government should earmark more funds for rural electrification to run distribution lines so that villagers can be attracted to install grid connected systems.

At the present level of efficiency achieved for solar panels (16.5%) 4-5 sq meter of roof top is enough to generate 1 KW of power. This is enough for a small residence. Noticed some pictures showing small panels hanging from side walls and railings. People should be allowed to come up with innovative ideas and practice it. Codes and practices should be prepared giving limited freedom, without compromising on safety, to practice innovations.

Government can target consumers who consume more than 100 Kwh for grid connected systems. The details (number of consumers) will be available with state regulatory commissions. Total rooftop potential will be a fantastic figure. Then the government can make perspective planning to add grid connected systems. Along with that the government has to motivate entrepreneurs to start solar panel manufacturing. Best method is to come up with pragmatic Feed in Tariff. India can learn from the success stories of Germany, Italy, Spain, China, Japan, US, Australia etc.
Most important aspect is the simple technology used for the purpose.