Challenges and Opportunities in Rural Electrification: Analyzing the Impact of Off-Grid Renewable Energy Systems and Economic Factors in South Asia

Roksana Akhter, Sabiha Binta Hasan, Sanjoy Kumar Saha · 2026 · Revista Finanzas y Política Económica

Summary. Solar photovoltaic systems can improve rural electricity access in South Asia, though their effectiveness varies by location and weather conditions. Economic growth supports rural electrification, but surprisingly, government effectiveness correlates negatively, suggesting policies may prioritize urban areas or create regulatory barriers. The study confirms solar's potential for remote communities while identifying infrastructure costs, economic disparities, and governance challenges as critical obstacles to sustainable rural energy access.

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  author  = {Roksana Akhter and Sabiha Binta Hasan and Sanjoy Kumar Saha},
  journal = {Revista Finanzas y Política Económica},
  year    = {2026},
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DOI

10.14718/revfinanzpolitecon.v18.2026.8

Countries

Bangladesh, India, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, Bhutan, Maldives

Regions

Asia

Categories

energy, regional-innovation-systems, general-innovation

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2026-09-01