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SchemeArchiveMonday, 25 September 2017

Pradhan Mantri Sahaj Bijli Har Ghar Yojana (Saubhagya)

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Government scheme — a structured programme with defined beneficiaries, budget allocation, and delivery mechanisms. The primary instrument for delivering welfare and development outcomes.

Summary

Universal household electrification scheme to provide electricity connections to all willing un-electrified households in rural and urban areas. Achieved near-universal household electrification by March 2019.

Key Facts

TypeScheme
SourceHistorical Record
PublishedMonday, 25 September 2017
Affected Population1.4 billion consumers, 300 million without reliable power

Key Numbers

500 GW non-fossil fuel capacity target by 2030
Saubhagya: 100% household electrification
175 GW renewable energy installed (2025)
PMAY-G: 2.95 crore houses sanctioned

Key Authorities

Ministry of PowerMinistry of New & Renewable EnergyCEAMinistry of Rural DevelopmentMinistry of Panchayati Raj

Key Stakeholders

Power ConsumersDISCOMsCoal IndustryRural HouseholdsGram PanchayatsSHGs

Government Context

NDA IBJP-led NDA
Centre-Right
LeftCentreRight

Amendment History

1 change recorded for this policy.

SectorsTuesday, 11 August 2026via historical
Energy, Rural Development, Urban Development
Energy, Rural Development

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