Sri Vijaya Puram, Oct. 6: The general public have been informed that as part of its continued commitment towards promoting clean energy and supporting socio-economically weaker sections of society, the District Administration, South Andaman is organizing a Special Beneficiary Identification Drive under the 30 MW Solar Rooftop Project being implemented in RESCO mode under the ULA model of the Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana (PMSG-MBY).
This ambitious initiative of the Government of India seeks to ensure energy security and self-sufficiency for households from the weaker strata by providing solar rooftop facilities that will significantly reduce their dependence on conventional electricity sources while contributing to environmental sustainability.
In this connection, the District Administration, South Andaman, will be conducting the Special Beneficiary Identification Drive at Community Hall of Ograbraj and Mithakhari Gram Panchayat on Oct. 8 & 9.
The drive will be held for two consecutive days to ensure maximum participation and convenience for the public. Beneficiaries for this project will be identified from among those already enrolled under the following flagship schemes of the Government:
•Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) – under the Department of Rural Development
•Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) – under the Department of Civil Supplies
•Ayushman Bharat Yojana – under the Directorate of Health Services
All eligible residents of Ograbraj and Mithakhari Gram Panchayats have been requested to actively participate in this special drive and register themselves to avail the benefits of the 30 MW Solar Rooftop Project. This initiative will not only bring down household electricity expenses but also contribute towards the larger vision of achieving a sustainable and energy-efficient A&N Islands.
The District Administration urges all concerned beneficiaries to attend the camp on the scheduled dates along with relevant documents proving their eligibility under any of the above schemes. For any assistance or clarification, the respective Gram Panchayat Offices may be contacted.