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Mizoram Remote Village Solar Street Lighting & Community Power Grant

Rural infrastructure initiative providing 100% free standalone solar LED street lighting units (24W with lithium battery storage) to Village Councils across off-grid and border habitations in Mizoram.

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Official Nodal Portal:zeda.mizoram.gov.in

Quick Eligibility Snapshot

👤 Age 18–75 yrs💰 No income ceiling⚖ All genders🏛 All categories📍 Mizoram
Government Levelstate Government
Administering BodyDepartment of Social Welfare, Government of Mizoram
Beneficiary Sector
Applicable Jurisdiction

₹Benefits & Entitlement Breakdown

Free installation of 20 to 50 all-in-one solar LED street lights (24W, dusk-to-dawn sensor, built-in lithium ferro-phosphate battery) per village, free 5-year maintenance warranty, and zero recurring electricity bills.

📊Budget Allocation & Beneficiary Reach

Fiscal Budget Allocation

₹25 Crore under Zoram Energy Development Agency (ZEDA), Power Department

Official Budget Document ↗
Verified Beneficiary Reach

Over 450 remote mountain villages and border habitations illuminated

As of: 2026-01-20PIB / Official Citation ↗

Verified Eligibility Criteria

Age Requirement:18 to 75 years
Annual Family Income Ceiling:No gross income ceiling specified
Target Occupations:village council president, community leader, rural resident, elder
Eligible Gender:all
Social Category / Reservation:all
Specific Operational Conditions & Exclusions:

Must be a bona fide resident of the state with valid documentation.

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Required Documents Checklist

Verify readiness before applying for Mizoram Remote Village Solar Street Lighting & Community Power Grant. Check off your papers or print this list before visiting your local CSC / Cyber Cafe.

Mandatory Documents(3)

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  • ✓Email delivery in 1–2 hrs during desk hours
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Application Effort & Process Friction

Readiness assessment derived from official prerequisites, mandatory documentation, and submission channels.

Moderate Process (2/10)
•100% digital online application process
•3 mandatory supporting documents required

Effort scores reflect portal accessibility, mandatory document burden, and physical verification requirements.

How to Apply

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Government Application Safety Advisory:Application for this welfare program is processed exclusively on official government infrastructure (zeda.mizoram.gov.in). Never pay registration charges or advance processing fees to unauthorized third-party agents. Central and State welfare scheme applications do not require paying private intermediaries.
  1. 1

    Village Council passes resolution identifying dark village streets, school paths, and community hall premises.

  2. 2

    Submit proposal to ZEDA (Zoram Energy Development Agency).

  3. 3

    Technical survey and solar insolation mapping by energy engineers.

  4. 4

    Installation executed through centralized state rate contracts and handed over to Village Council.

✅Before You Begin — Pre-Application Checklist

✓Ensure Aadhaar is linked with active mobile number
✓Bank account is NPCI-mapped (Aadhaar-seeded) for DBT
✓Check if you already receive a similar Central scheme benefit
✓Keep documents ready: income/caste/domicile certificates as applicable

⚠️Common Rejection Reasons — Avoid These

Habitations already fully illuminated by municipal urban street light grids.

Official Government Application Portal

You will be redirected to the secure official portal: zeda.mizoram.gov.in

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Frequently Asked Questions (Officially Sourced)

Verified answers sourced directly from official circulars, gazettes, and portal FAQs. Never AI-invented.

Do village residents have to pay maintenance charges?

No, all solar lights come with a 5-year comprehensive maintenance contract covering battery and panel replacements.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Do the lights work during continuous monsoon rain?

Yes, the smart MPPT controllers and oversized lithium batteries provide up to 3 days of autonomy during overcast monsoon weather.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Are community community centres lit?

Yes, village community halls (YMA Hall), health sub-centres, and school premises receive priority light poles.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can I track my Mizoram Remote Village Solar Street Lighting & Community Power Grant application status?

Application status for Mizoram Remote Village Solar Street Lighting & Community Power Grant can typically be tracked through the official portal at zeda.mizoram.gov.in using your Aadhaar number, application reference number, or registered mobile number. Alternatively, contact the scheme helpline or visit your nearest Common Service Centre (CSC).

What should I do if my Mizoram Remote Village Solar Street Lighting & Community Power Grant payment is delayed or rejected?

First, verify your Aadhaar-bank account seeding status on the NPCI mapper (npci.org.in). If seeding is confirmed and payment is still pending, register a complaint on the Central Public Grievance Redressal System at pgportal.gov.in. You may also file an RTI application at rtionline.gov.in to obtain official rejection reasons within 30 days.

Is there an income tax implication for receiving Mizoram Remote Village Solar Street Lighting & Community Power Grant benefits?

Agricultural income and certain welfare subsidies may be exempt from income tax under Section 10 of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Tax treatment varies by scheme type and beneficiary income level. Consult a certified tax practitioner or visit incometax.gov.in for scheme-specific tax guidance.

Common Rejection Reasons & Warnings

Habitations already fully illuminated by municipal urban street light grids.

Editorial Verification & Change Log

Scheme verification and change history
DateFieldDescription / UpdateSource Citation
2026-10-19scheme_typestateOfficial Source ↗
2026-10-06ministry_id429Official Source ↗
2026-09-28initial_verificationBaseline verification of Mizoram Remote Village Solar Street Lighting & Community Power Grant from official state portal.Official Source ↗
2026-09-28initial_verificationBaseline verification of Mizoram Remote Village Solar Street Lighting & Community Power Grant from official state portal.Official Source ↗

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Application Window & Deadlines

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Scheme Intelligence

How is this calculated? ↗
Data ConfidenceFully Verified (100%)

Verified 21d ago from .gov.in source

Access FrictionModerate Process

Requires documentation or office visit

How to Apply🏢In-Person / Office
Scale & Impact
👥Over 450 remote mountain villages and border habitations illuminated (as of 2026-01-20)
₹₹25 Crore under Zoram Energy Development Agency (ZEDA), Power Department budget allocation
📅Running since 2020
🔄4 verified updates — actively maintained

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📅Scheme Milestone Timeline

2026-10-19scheme_type

state

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2026-10-06ministry_id

429

Official Source ↗
2026-09-28initial_verification

Baseline verification of Mizoram Remote Village Solar Street Lighting & Communit...

Official Source ↗
2026-09-28initial_verification

Baseline verification of Mizoram Remote Village Solar Street Lighting & Communit...

Official Source ↗
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Official Helpline & Nodal Offices

Zoram Energy Development Agency (ZEDA)

Zuangtui Industrial Area, Aizawl 796017

Helpline: 0389-2350664

Jurisdiction: Statewide (Mizoram)

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