Very good news for state farmers. The Bihar government is actively launching new initiatives aimed at helping farmers boost their income and adopt modern farming techniques. One of these initiatives is the ‘Mukhyamantri Krishi Vidyut Sambandh Yojana,’ which offers free electricity connections for irrigation purposes. This program is turning out to be a game-changer for farmers in Bihar, as it provides them with easy access to electricity at affordable rates.

 

With this scheme, farmers can get electricity at just 55 paise per unit, making irrigation costs significantly lower—about ten times cheaper than using diesel. The main goal here is to tackle irrigation challenges and enhance agricultural productivity. Let’s dive into the details of this initiative by the Bihar government.

 

The government is committed to ensuring that every farm has access to water through the ‘Mukhyamantri Krishi Vidyut Sambandh Yojana.’ Here are some key points about the program:

 

– Electricity rates are set low to keep irrigation costs down.

– The Energy Department has implemented several important measures under this scheme.

– As part of the Fourth Agriculture Roadmap, the target is to provide agricultural electricity connections to 8.40 lakh farmers by September 2026.

– So far, 5.42 lakh farmers have received these connections.

– Interested farmers can apply for the ‘Mukhyamantri Krishi Vidyut Sambandh Yojana’ until February 28, 2025.

– The agricultural electricity connection is available for free.

 

Given that over 75% of Bihar’s population relies on agriculture, the state government is taking significant steps to support them.

 

Farmers are now getting free electricity connections for their agricultural needs. The goal of providing 150,000 agricultural connections for the year 2024-25 was actually met by December 2024. To support this, 465 dedicated agricultural feeders have been set up to ensure water supply to every farm, and 35,098 kilometers of distribution lines have been upgraded. Plus, the installation of 93,420 transformers is moving along quickly.

 

Farmers will enjoy electricity at just 55 paise per unit. The Energy Department is also working on an agriculture power substation to enhance electricity supply to farms, which will offer various benefits to farmers.

 

Thanks to the free electricity connection, farmers are seeing some relief. Out of the total electricity rate of Rs 6.74 per unit, the government is covering Rs 6.19 through subsidies, allowing farmers to pay only 55 paise per unit. They can apply for this benefit either at their local electricity office or online.

 

If you want to take advantage of this scheme, here’s how to apply:

 

1. Online Application:

– Go to the official website.

– Fill out the application form and upload the necessary documents.

– After submitting, make sure to get your receipt.

 

2. Offline Application:

– Visit the nearest electricity department office.

– Fill out the application form and attach the required documents.

– Have the officer verify your application before submitting it.