In Bhilwara district, Rajasthan, a quiet revolution is taking place—one solar streetlight at a time. With support from Minova Runaya, Prayatna has successfully installed 75 solar-powered streetlights across the villages of Darri, Brantia, and Swaroopganj, alongside three solar panels in government schools—one in Kalyanpura and two in Swaroopganj.
This intervention is not just about lighting roads—it’s about lighting up lives.
Why These Villages?
These locations were not randomly chosen. A detailed field assessment by the Prayatna team revealed pressing needs:
- Frequent power outages, especially during evenings.
- Lack of public lighting, which raised serious safety concerns—particularly for women, children, and elderly residents.
- Schools lacked the infrastructure for evening learning, limiting students’ ability to study after dark.
The situation called for a sustainable, scalable, and community-friendly solution, and solar energy became the answer.
What Has Been Installed?
- 75 solar-powered street lights in key public areas like streets, pathways, near water sources, and gathering spots.
- 3 solar panel systems installed in government schools to ensure uninterrupted power for lights and essential equipment.
Early Impact: More Than Just Light
The installations have already started showing measurable improvements in community life:
🔹 Mobility at night has improved dramatically—residents now walk safely even after dark.
🔹 Women and girls feel safer, encouraging greater participation in community events and education.
🔹 Children can study at night, and schools are exploring evening learning sessions using the newly available lighting.
🔹 Local economy benefits as small shops stay open longer and productivity increases.
What This Means for Rural Development
This project proves that a relatively small investment in clean energy solutions can lead to transformative social change. Bhilwara now stands as a model for how solar street lighting can empower rural communities, especially when CSR donors and grassroots organizations work hand in hand.
At Prayatna, we believe that sustainable development isn’t just about big infrastructure—it’s about making basic resources accessible, inclusive, and empowering. With the success of this initiative, we aim to replicate this model in other underserved areas and invite more CSR partners to join hands in lighting up rural India.
