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The Ministry of Power is the central ministry responsible for the development of electrical energy, power generation, transmission, distribution, and tariff policy formulation across India. The Ministry oversees central power utilities including NTPC, Power Grid Corporation of India, and NHPC, ensuring grid reliability and nationwide electrification. The Ministry has achieved near-universal household electrification under the Saubhagya scheme (Pradhan Mantri Sahaj Bijli Har Ghar Yojana) and rural grid strengthening under Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gram Jyoti Yojana (DDUGJY). Currently, it spearheads the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS) to modernize state distribution companies through smart prepaid metering and infrastructure upgrades, alongside the National Smart Grid Mission and Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) programs promoting energy conservation and Star-label appliances.
The Ministry of Power is the central ministry responsible for the development of electrical energy, power generation, transmission, distribution, and tariff policy formulation across India. The Ministry oversees central power utilities including NTPC, Power Grid Corporation of India, and NHPC, ensuring grid reliability and nationwide electrification. The Ministry has achieved near-universal household electrification under the Saubhagya scheme (Pradhan Mantri Sahaj Bijli Har Ghar Yojana) and rural grid strengthening under Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gram Jyoti Yojana (DDUGJY). Currently, it spearheads the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS) to modernize state distribution companies through smart prepaid metering and infrastructure upgrades, alongside the National Smart Grid Mission and Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) programs promoting energy conservation and Star-label appliances.
Eligo indexes and independently verifies 12 active programs administered by this ministry against primary government gazettes under a 180-day re-verification SLA. Always confirm current guidelines on the official portal before applying.
Official statutory channels to resolve service delays, report discrepancies, or obtain public records under RTI Act 2005.
Citizens can lodge official grievances regarding any scheme administered by Ministry of Power on CPGRAMS (Central Public Grievance Redressal and Monitoring System). The nodal appellate officer is mandated to review and furnish a resolution report within the stipulated departmental timeline.
Under Section 6(1) of the RTI Act 2005, any citizen can request official information, fund allocation records, or beneficiary sanction lists from Ministry of Power. Applications cost ₹10 (free for BPL applicants) and must receive a response from the designated Central Public Information Officer (CPIO) within 30 days.
Common citizen queries about this ministry's mandate, schemes, and contact channels.
Ministry of Power administers 12 verified welfare programs cataloged on Eligo, including Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gram Jyoti Yojana (DDUGJY), Energy Efficient Fans Programme (EEFP), Integrated Power Development Scheme (IPDS), and 9 more programs. These can be browsed by category or searched using the Eligibility Checker.
Citizens may register grievances against Ministry of Power's schemes on the Central Public Grievance Redressal and Monitoring System (CPGRAMS) at pgportal.gov.in. The ministry's official website at https://powermin.gov.in also maintains a dedicated Public Grievance section under the Citizen's Charter. You may also file an RTI application at rtionline.gov.in to obtain scheme-specific information within 30 days.
The annual budget allocation for Ministry of Power is published in the Union Budget presented by the Ministry of Finance each February. Visit the official Budget portal at indiabudget.gov.in for the most current figures. Scheme-wise expenditure is also available in the ministry's Annual Report on its official website.
RTI applications to Ministry of Power can be filed: (1) Online at rtionline.gov.in — free of cost for BPL applicants, ₹10 for others, (2) By post or in person at the ministry's registered CPIO office. Under the RTI Act 2005, the Central Public Information Officer (CPIO) must respond within 30 days. For first appeals against unsatisfactory responses, submit to the First Appellate Authority within 30 days. Second appeals go to the Central Information Commission (CIC) at cic.gov.in.
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Ministry of Power
Ministry of Power flagship rural electrification scheme separating agricultural and non-agricultural feeders for 24x7 village power.
Ministry of Power
Market transformation initiative by EESL to deploy 1 Crore 5-star BLDC energy-efficient ceiling fans across Indian households and institutions.
Ministry of Power
Ministry of Power urban distribution strengthening scheme financing sub-transmission networks, metering, and IT enablement in towns.
Ministry of Power
EESL program to deploy energy-efficient induction cooktops nationwide, lowering carbon footprint and household cooking expenditures.
Ministry of Power
Power sector modernization initiative financing Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI), smart meters, automated substation management, and peak load shifting for power DISCOMs.
Ministry of Power
Regulatory market-based instrument by BEE mandating energy reduction targets and trading Energy Saving Certificates (ESCerts).
Ministry of Power
Ministry of Power universal electrification scheme providing free electricity connections to all un-electrified rural and poor urban households.
Ministry of Power
Ministry of Power ₹3.03 lakh crore reform scheme modernizing state DISCOMs with smart prepaid meters and network loss reduction.
Ministry of Power
BEE energy labeling scheme rating electrical appliances on a 1-to-5 star scale to promote energy conservation and guide consumer purchasing.
Ministry of Power
BEE regulatory energy efficiency labeling rating home appliances from 1 to 5 stars to empower consumers to save electricity bills.
Ministry of Power
EESL initiative replacing conventional municipal streetlights with smart energy-efficient LEDs at zero upfront cost to urban local bodies.
Ministry of Power
World's largest domestic lighting program distributing heavily subsidized, high-efficiency LED bulbs, LED tube lights, and energy-efficient fans to domestic electricity consumers.