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India Gazette
3 days ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
Haryana CM urges citizens to avail benefits of PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana
Kaithal (Haryana) [India], July 12 (ANI): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini said that under PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, the government has set a target of installing 2 kW solar systems free of cost on the rooftops of 1 lakh Antyodaya families across the state. Once the target of 1 lakh installations is achieved, an additional 1 lakh families will be included in the next phase of the scheme, the CM said. So far, 26,000 families have availed the benefits of this scheme, including 1,707 families in Kaithal district alone, according to an official statement from the state government. The Chief Minister made these remarks while addressing the public in Peoda village, Kaithal district, where he had arrived to attend a program organized under the Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana. On this occasion, the Chief Minister announced a grant of Rs 21 lakh for development works in the village. During his visit, CM Saini inspected a solar rooftop system installed at the residence of a scheme beneficiary and interacted with the family to understand the benefits they are receiving. Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Minister highlighted that the scheme was launched in Haryana from Kaithal district, and he was pleased to personally witness its successful implementation. He said that the solar rooftop systems are not only promoting green energy but are also significantly reducing electricity bills for the people. He urged the people to come forward and take maximum advantage of the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana to minimize their electricity expenses. The Chief Minister added that both the Central and State Governments are providing subsidies for installing solar systems for families with an annual income of up to Rs 1.80 lakh. This has helped thousands of households reduce their dependency on conventional electricity and gain relief from hefty power bills. He credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi for conceptualizing and launching this people-centric scheme, and congratulated all beneficiaries who have already availed its benefits. Saini also highlighted the success of the Mhara Gaon Jagmag Gaon Yojana, under which more than 5,800 out of 6,500 villages in the state are now receiving 24-hour electricity supply. He encouraged residents of the remaining villages to come forward and enroll under this scheme. Saini said, 'prior to 2014, the government arbitrarily imposed surcharges on electricity bills, which led to significantly higher costs for consumers. Current government has provided substantial relief to consumers by waiving surcharges.' He appealed to the citizens to actively participate in the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana. (ANI)
Time of India
23-06-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Liromoba MLA adopts TB patients, pitches for TB-Free India
Itanagar: Liromoba MLA Pesi Jilen has adopted four TB patients from West Siang district of Arunachal Pradesh under the Ni-Kshay Mitra initiative, part of the Pradhan Mantri TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan. Speaking at an event held on Saturday at Aalo Zonal Hospital, the MLA encouraged TB patients not to lose hope, emphasising that the disease is curable with proper medication, care, and nutrition. He appealed to all to actively contribute to creating a TB-free India, saying collective effort can bring strength and hope to those battling the illness. He also urged everyone to work together to turn the slogan "TB Haarega, Desh Jeetega" into reality. The MLA also distributed food baskets to seven TB patients. West Siang district medical officer Dr Linya Lollen, Aalo additional deputy commissioner Mabi Taipodia Jini, and district TB officer Dr Nyade Padu Bagra were also present.
Time of India
18-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Despair to dignity: How micro loans helped rebuild livelihoods post Covid
Babli took a Rs 80,000 loan to set up a grocery shop in Surajpur When the Covid-19 lockdown brought life to a standstill in early 2020, Babli, a sanitation worker in Greater Noida, was among the millions suddenly left without income. Within weeks, her two sons lost their factory jobs. Her husband, who drove an autorickshaw, also found himself stranded. "We had nothing," she recalled. "No job, no food. Just fear." But a govt announcement blaring through her Surajpur lane in June 2020 changed everything. That was the first time Babli heard of PM Svanidhi — the Pradhan Mantri Street Vendor Atmanirbhar Nidhi — a central scheme launched to provide collateral-free working capital loans to small vendors affected by the pandemic. Though she wasn't a registered street vendor, Babli managed to get a letter of recommendation from the Greater Noida Authority. With it, she started a modest vegetable cart. Her first loan was Rs 10,000. She repaid it in 12 months. Then came a Rs 20,000 second-term loan, which she cleared in 18 months. By 2023, she became eligible for the third-term loan of Rs 50,000. "That helped me open a small shop in my colony," Babli said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Calcule cuánto podría ganar invirtiendo $200 en Amazon CFD's y otras acciones de indetenible Undo "We sell groceries, oil, toiletries — enough to live with dignity now." Babli is one of 403 street vendors in Noida to receive the third loan under the scheme. Her story mirrors that of hundreds who escaped the poverty trap with timely financial aid. In Dadri, Vinod Prajapati, a diploma holder in bike mechanics, also watched his livelihood vanish during the lockdown. "I had to shut my shop. There were no vehicles to repair," he said. A father of five daughters, he feared he might have to pull his eldest out of school. But then he learnt about the Svanidhi scheme from newspapers in June 2020. With Rs 10,000, he opened a tea stall. Slowly, earnings trickled in. "It was hard, but I paid back every rupee," he says. His wife, Babita, took a loan too and began selling vegetables. Together, their home stabilised. Vinod's next loans — Rs 20,000 and then Rs 50,000 — helped expand the business. By 2024, he secured Rs 1.9 lakh under the Mudra scheme too. Today, they run a grocery and stationery shop. "All five daughters are in school or college — the eldest pursuing a BE degree. Without the scheme, I might've lost everything," Vinod said. The third-term loans were distributed on Dec 31, 2024. Now, many, like Akhilesh Upadhyay from Chipyana, are waiting for the fourth phase, expected to offer Rs 1 lakh. Upadhyay, who had worked in construction before the pandemic hit, used his first loan to start a small snack cart. "My wife is disabled, and I have young children. These loans kept us afloat," he said. The third loan of Rs 50,000 helped him grow the business, but a fourth is urgently needed. "I've paid off more than half already. But I need the next loan to keep going." Launched on June 1, 2020, PM Svanidhi offers street vendors an escalating loan ladder — Rs 10,000 for the first term, Rs 20,000 for the second, Rs 50,000 for the third, and Rs 1 lakh planned for the fourth. There's also a digital incentive: vendors receive Rs 50 for completing 50 digital transactions in a month, with up to Rs 100 in total cashback for exceeding 200 transactions. To qualify, vendors must have a certificate of vending or a letter of recommendation from local authorities. In Gautam Budh Nagar, only those under the Noida Authority had vending certificates. Others were supported through LoRs issued after requests by the district's urban mission team. City mission manager Sheela explained, "We ensured the process remained inclusive, even for informal vendors. That's how thousands could benefit." To reach the poorest, loans are disbursed via a wide range of financial institutions — from nationalised banks like SBI (5.6 lakh beneficiaries) and PNB (3 lakh), Bank of Baroda (2.9 lakh), Union Bank of India (1.9lakh) and Indian Bank (1.7lakh) to micro-finance institutions and SHGs, like Stree Nidhi. In UP alone, 95 institutions took part, with SBI serving the largest number of beneficiaries. Repaying 10,000 struggle for many While UP successfully extended PM Svanidhi to nearly 20 lakh urban street vendors, striking a success rate of over 100%, several beneficiaries struggled to repay the first tranche of the loan. While in the first phase, 13.9 lakh beneficiaries received loans, only 5.2 lakh were eligible for the second round and just 76,872 for the third. In Noida, 4,756 vendors availed the first loan. Of them, only 2,270 repaid the loan and secured the second, and 403 moved on to the third, reflecting the challenge of timely repayments. Across the country, over 96 lakh loans have been disbursed—nearly 70 lakh first-term, 23 lakh second-term, and close to 5 lakh third-term loans.
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Business Standard
09-06-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Finance ministry pushes public sector banks to expedite loans for weavers
Handloom organizations also benefit from an interest subvention, receiving loans at a concessional interest rate of 6 per cent for three years New Delhi Listen to This Article The finance ministry has directed public sector banks (PSBs) to ensure prompt sanctioning and disbursement of loans to eligible handloom beneficiaries to boost credit assistance to players via term loans as well as working capital needs. 'PSBs have also been directed to submit claims for margin money, interest subvention, and credit guarantee fees through the Handloom Weaver Mudra Portal. To facilitate access and streamline processes, a centralised portal has been developed in collaboration with Punjab National Bank,' said a senior government official. A component of the National Handloom Development Programme, the concessional credit scheme for weavers under the Pradhan Mantri
News18
05-06-2025
- Business
- News18
PM Kisan 20th Installment Soon: Check Beneficiary Status, Eligibility, Application Process, E-KYC
Last Updated: The central government is likely to release the 20th installment of the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana, a direct income support scheme for farmers, in June 2025. PM Kisan 20th Installment Date, Beneficiary Status: The central government is likely to release the 20th installment of the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana, a direct income support scheme for farmers, in June 2025. With the 19th installment disbursed in February this year, over 9.8 crore farmers, including 2.4 crore women, have already benefited from this flagship initiative. What is PM Kisan Scheme? Launched in 2019 after being announced in the Interim Budget by then Finance Minister Piyush Goyal, the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM Kisan) scheme offers Rs 6,000 annually to eligible farmers. The amount is transferred in three equal installments of Rs 2,000 every four months — April-July, August-November, and December-March — via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). It is now considered the world's largest DBT-based income support programme for farmers. PM Kisan 20th Installment Date The 20th installment is expected in June 2025, though the exact release date and location of the event by Prime Minister Narendra Modi are yet to be announced. Farmers are urged to complete necessary formalities like e-KYC to ensure timely credit of funds. Who Is Eligible? To receive the 20th installment, farmers must: As per the PM-KISAN portal, 'e-KYC is MANDATORY for PM-KISAN registered farmers." There are two ways to complete e-KYC — OTP-based eKYC via and biometric-based eKYC at the nearest Common Service Centre (CSC). How To Check Beneficiary Status? How To Check Name in Beneficiary List? How To Apply for PM Kisan Scheme? Helpline numbers for queries are 155261 and 011-24300606. First Published: News business » economy PM Kisan 20th Installment Soon: Check Beneficiary Status, Eligibility, Application Process, E-KYC
