Maharashtra government has released government order regarding Mukhyamantri Baliraja Vij Savlat Yojana 2024. Under the new Chief Minister Baliraja Free Electricity Scheme 2024, starting April 2024, all farmers utilising farm pumps with a capacity of up to 7.5 horsepower (HP) will receive free electricity. The scheme will remain in effect until March 2029. Read this article till the end to know CM Farmers Electricity Concession scheme complete details.
Mukhyamantri Baliraja Vij Savlat Yojana in Maharashtra Budget 2024-25
We are aware that agriculture in India is mainly dependent on monsoon. There is a drastic change in the seasonal weather in the last few years due to the global climate change, and farmers are facing the consequences. I now announce the ‘Mukhya Mantri Baliraja Vij Savlat Yojana’ to provide relief to my farmer brothers who are in distress and need assistance. The government has decided to bear the burden of the electricity bills of the farmers and to provide free electricity to agriculture pumps up to 7.5 horse power capacity. This will help 44.06 lakh farmers. A provision of Rs. 14,760 crores will be made available in the form of subsidy.Maharashtra Chief Minister Baliraja Free Electricity Scheme Govt Order PDF
Mukhyamantri Baliraja Vij Savlat Yojana aims to alleviate the challenges faced by farmers due to global climate change and unpredictable rainfall patterns. The policy will be reviewed after three years for any necessary adjustments. The Maharashtra government has allocated a substantial budget for this initiative, including Rs. 6,985 crore for power tariff concessions and an additional Rs. 7,775 crore for power tariff waivers. This results in a total electricity tariff waiver of Rs 14,760 crore for farmers across the state. Link to download CM Farmers Electricity Concession scheme Govt Order PDF - https://gr.maharashtra.gov.in/Site/Upload/Government%20Resolutions/Marathi/202407251258409810.pdf
Under Maharashtra Baliraja Yojana, burden of the power bills of the farmers for using agriculture pumps will be paid by the state government.
Need for Mukhya Mantri Baliraja Vij Savlat Yojana in Maharashtra
The decision to launch the "Chief Minister Baliraja Free Electricity Scheme 2024" reflects a strategic effort to mitigate farmer dissatisfaction, which had previously manifested in electoral outcomes. The official announcement and further details of the scheme are available on the Maharashtra government's website.
In recent discussions at the Niti Aayog meeting in Delhi, CM Shinde emphasised the need for robust and ambitious support schemes for farmers. The state government is now focused on implementing comprehensive irrigation projects to complement drought relief efforts and further support the agricultural sector.
Despite the government's recent announcements of ambitious and high-budget schemes, opposition leaders have voiced significant concerns. Questions have been raised whether the government has the financial resources necessary to fund these initiatives. Additionally, some opponents suggest that these proposals are merely election-season gestures, aimed at garnering support ahead of the upcoming assembly elections.
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