Deendayal Upadhyay Gram Jyoti Yojana
The scheme aims to strengthen the rural power infrastructure by implementing feeder separation, metering, distribution system strengthening, and rural electrification works.
About the Deendayal Upadhyay Gram Jyoti Yojana Scheme
The scheme “Deendayal Upadhyay Gram Jyoti Yojana” launched by the Energy Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh, aims to improve rural power supply through feeder separation, metering, system strengthening, and electrification works by providing free electricity connections to below-poverty-line households.
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Benefits
- Free Electricity Connection: Free electricity connections are provided to 3,94,741 beneficiaries living below the poverty line. - Intensive Village Electrification: A total of 17,827 villages are covered under the scheme for comprehensive electrification. - Strengthening of Power Infrastructure: Feeder separation, metering, and distribution system strengthening works are carried out to ensure a reliable power supply.
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Eligibility Criteria
- The applicant should be residing in a rural area.
- The applicant should belong to the Below the Poverty Line (BPL) category.
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How to Apply for Deendayal Upadhyay Gram Jyoti Yojana
Application mode: Offline
- The applicant can avail of the scheme benefits through the concerned electricity distribution company.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Deendayal Upadhyay Gram Jyoti Yojana scheme?
The scheme “Deendayal Upadhyay Gram Jyoti Yojana” launched by the Energy Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh, aims to improve rural power supply through feeder separation, metering, system strengthening, and electrification works by providing free electricity connections to…
Who is eligible for Deendayal Upadhyay Gram Jyoti Yojana?
The applicant should be residing in a rural area. The applicant should belong to the Below the Poverty Line (BPL) category. <br
What benefits does Deendayal Upadhyay Gram Jyoti Yojana provide?
Free Electricity Connection: Free electricity connections are provided to 3,94,741 beneficiaries living below the poverty line. - Intensive Village Electrification: A total of 17,827 villages are covered under the scheme for comprehensive electrification. - Strengthening of Power Infrastructure: Fe…
How can I apply for Deendayal Upadhyay Gram Jyoti Yojana?
The applicant can avail of the scheme benefits through the concerned electricity distribution company. <br
Source: official scheme details published on the Government of India's myScheme portal. Always verify eligibility and deadlines on the official portal before applying. Scheme rules can change.
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