State Provided 'Green Energy' So Expensive Villagers Won't Use It, Burn Wood and Cow Dung Instead

"At present, solar power in Dharnai costs at least three times as much as grid power. It can support only expensive energy-efficient appliances, such as CFL bulbs. A CFL bulb in India costs 700 rupees ($10), while an incandescent bulb costs 10 rupees (15 cents)."