Govt. spending ₹13,722 crore to provide free electricity to farmers, says Energy Minister Gottipati Ravi Kumar
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Why in news
Energy Minister Gottipati Ravi Kumar announced a ₹13,722 crore expenditure for providing free electricity to farmers and highlighted safety measures for electrical infrastructure.
Background
The government sanctioned 1.10 lakh agricultural connections and distributed 177 transformers in the Gopalapuram constituency. An additional 239 transformers are scheduled for release.
Facts for Prelims
- Fact₹13,722 crore allocated for free electricity to farmers
- Fact1.10 lakh agricultural electricity connections sanctioned
- FactFRP poles recommended over iron poles to prevent electrocutions during oil palm harvesting
For Mains
Q. Discuss the fiscal implications and safety challenges associated with providing free electricity to the agricultural sector in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Fiscal strain: Balancing subsidized power for farmers against the need for infrastructure maintenance and grid stability
- Safety infrastructure: Transitioning to FRP poles to mitigate electrocution risks in high-risk harvesting zones
Keywords: Fiscal subsidy · Agricultural infrastructure · Rural electrification · Occupational safety · Power distribution
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