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One Crore LED Bulbs to bring UJALA to Uttar Pradesh

By Lisa
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In Uttar Pradesh people have replaced one crore inefficient bulbs with energy efficient LEDs, distributed under the Unnat Jyoti by Affordable LEDs for All (UJALA) programme. Given a total target consumer base of approximately 45 lakhs, UP has been the fastest state in the country to achieve this remarkable feat.

On the occasion, Union Minister for Power, Coal and New & Renewable Energy, Mr. Piyush Goyal also announced that the price of the LED bulb in Uttar Pradesh will now be only Rs. 80.

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The prices of LED bulbs have dropped to Rs. 80 in the state of Uttar Pradesh because of the transparent procurement by EESL and the removal of VAT in the state. UP was the first state in the country to remove VAT on LED bulbs.

Mr. Piyush Goyal launches National Energy Fan Programme:

Mr. Goyal also took the opportunity to launch the National Energy Efficient Fan Programme (NEEFP) in the UP. Under this Scheme, BEE 5 star rated ceiling fans of 50 Watt will be distributed to the consumers at an attractive EMI model.

The Minister distributed energy efficient fans to 15 consumers at an event held in the city. The energy efficient ceiling fans will be distributed by Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL) in collaboration with PUVVNL in the city.

UP will also be the second state in the country to adopt the energy efficient fan programme.

With the usage of 50 Watts BEE 5 Star rated ceiling fans, distributed under the National Energy Efficient Fan Programme, it is estimated that consumers' electricity bills will reduce by about Rs. 700-730 per year.

Therefore, the cost recovery of purchasing these fans is less than 2 years. These fans are 30% more energy efficient as compared to conventional fans, which range from 75-80 Watts.

At present, two energy efficient fans will be provided to each consumer at Rs 60 a month per fan on EMI basis. This scheme will be available to the consumer on providing a copy of latest electricity bill at the designated distribution centre.

The consumer can also purchase the fan by paying Rs. 1300/- upfront. A consumer can replace the technically faulty FAN up to a period of 2 years. EESL aims to distribute 1 lakh energy efficient fans over the next few months in Uttar Pradesh.

Features of National Energy Efficient Fan Programme:

Energy-Efficient, 50 Watts and 5-Star Rated Ceiling Fans. 2 years Warranty

These fans are 30% more energy efficient as compared to conventional fans, which range from 75- 80 Watts.

Fans being procured form leading companies.

At present, two energy efficient fans will be provided to each consumer at Rs 60 a month per fan on EMI basis.

Scheme will be available to the consumer on providing a copy of latest electricity bill along with a copy of residence proof at the designated distribution centre.

Consumers can also purchase the fan by making UPFRONT payment of Rs. 1300 for 50 watts fan.

It is estimated that consumer's electricity bill will reduce by about Rs 700-730 per year- which means that the cost of this fan can be recovered in less than 2 years.

Mr. Piyush Goyal at the occasion:

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Piyush Goyal, said, "Uttar Pradesh is a big contributor to our vision of an energy efficient India. Distribution of over one crore LED bulbs is testimony to that. Along with LED bulbs, we now offer you energy efficient fans. Energy consumption of the entire state will reduce further which will result in generating more power to be distributed to villages and other rural areas. Through the National Energy Efficient Fan Programme, you can change your old, inefficient fans to energy efficient ones, with an easy instalment scheme. This will not only help you save on your electricity bill, but will also help reducing load on DISCOMs which in turn can light up many towns and villages in your state and the country".

EESL through aggregation and transparent procurement has achieved a rapid decline in LED prices. EESL, in the past has pooled all the prices and successfully passed on this price advantage to the consumers and it will continue to do so in future as well.

The UJALA scheme is being monitored in a transparent manner through a national dashboard (www.delp.in). As of now, EESL has distributed over 9 crore LED bulbs and the programme has led to significant savings to the country and consumers who are using these bulbs.

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