Sustainable Agriculture and Sustainable Development through Solar Water Pumps: Sangli District Study

Abstract Currently, many modern technologies are being used in the agricultural sector to provide water to agriculture. However, for this, a large amount of electricity is required. Also, diesel is used to run pumps in some places. Running pumps based on electricity and diesel is a more expensive matter. Compared to diesel pumps, using solar pumps is becoming a clean, cheap and environmentally friendly alternative. In the present research paper, what is the exact impact of using solar pumps on agricultural sustainability and development in Sangli district? Is the goal of agricultural sustainability achieved? It has been studied. Secondary data material has been used in this study. Descriptive and analytical research methods have been chosen for this study. The data of solar pumps in some talukas of Sangli district has been obtained through secondary data. This study has shown that the production capacity of farmers has increased. Due to this, diesel costs and electricity bills have decreased. Also, solar pumps completely reduce carbon emissions. This has helped in improving the standard of living of farmers. This research concludes that solar pumps are important for sustainable agriculture as well as sustainable development in rural areas.