ISLAMABAD:In Pakistan’s agricultural heartland, a quiet revolution powered by the sun is reshaping lives, livelihoods, and the landscape itself.
Across the fertile plains of eastern Punjab, solar panels now gleam atop mosques, factories, and farmhouses—symbols of a growing shift toward renewable energy. Once hampered by erratic electricity supply and water scarcity, communities are now harnessing solar power to light homes, irrigate fields, and fuel economic growth.
“Even rich people are trying to become farmers now,” said Mohammed Latif, a resident of Dhaku village, standing proudly in front of his new home. After installing a solar-powered water pump last year, Latif turned his dry, unproductive land into rows of thriving bell pepper crops. The success of his harvest enabled him to send one of his sons to study in Britain—a dream once thought impossible.
Latif’s story is one of many in the region, where solar technology is giving farmers newfound independence and prosperity. In addition to agriculture, several local factories have also transitioned entirely to solar power, cutting costs and reducing reliance on Pakistan’s overburdened national grid.
Religious institutions have joined the shift too. Many mosques in Punjab have installed solar panels to ensure uninterrupted electricity during daily prayers, especially in rural areas plagued by frequent power outages.
Government subsidies and falling prices of solar technology have helped accelerate adoption, while climate concerns and water shortages have made it a necessity for many. With over 60% of Pakistan’s population living in rural areas, experts say solar energy could be key to improving food security and boosting rural incomes.
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“This is more than an energy transition—it’s an economic transformation,” said a representative from the Punjab Energy Department. “Solar is helping us grow more food, create more jobs, and reduce the burden on our environment.”
As solar panels continue to dot the rural skyline, the sun is no longer just a source of heat in Punjab—it’s a symbol of hope and opportunity.
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