Meaning
This initiative aims to empower rural areas through reliable electricity.
Definition
DDUGJY (Full form: Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gram Jyoti Yojana) is a flagship scheme by the Government of India launched in 2014. It focuses on electrifying all villages and improving power infrastructure in rural India.
Objectives
Key objectives include providing continuous power to rural households, separating agricultural and non-agricultural feeder lines, and strengthening distribution networks.
Key Features
The scheme involves upgrading substations, metering for consumers, and enhancing rural electricity infrastructure for efficient and accessible power supply.
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