Promotion of Energy Audit and Conservation of Energy (PEACE): Training Programme 2026

This Puducherry government scheme aims to promote the value of girls and support families with one or Read More... two daughters by providing financial incentives. It encourages family planning by rewarding parents who have undergone the procedure. Read less

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The Government of Puducherry, through its Department of Women and Child Development, has introduced a special scheme to boost the status of the girl child and encourage family planning. It's a way to say 'well done' to parents who embrace having daughters and consciously plan their families.

What Is This Scheme?

This initiative provides financial help to families who have either one girl child or two girl children. It also benefits parents who have successfully undergone family planning. The idea is to deposit a sum of money in the girl child's name, which she can access when she turns 18.

Who Can Benefit From This Scheme?

The scheme is designed for parents who are Indian citizens and have a strong connection to Puducherry, either by birth or by residing there for at least five years. It specifically targets families with one or two daughters and those who have undergone family planning procedures. There are also age and income requirements for the parents.

Why This Scheme Is Important

This scheme plays a crucial role in fostering a positive attitude towards girl children in society. By offering financial security to girls, it helps elevate their importance within the family and community. It also aligns with national goals of population stabilization by incentivizing responsible family planning practices.

Objective

This Puducherry government scheme aims to promote the value of girls and support families with one or two daughters by providing financial incentives. It encourages family planning by rewarding parents who have undergone the procedure.

Benefits

Programme Content

The participants will be exposed to how an effective Energy Management System (EnMS) can help their organization improve energy efficiency, reduce costs, and lower greenhouse gas emissions.

A tailor-made training program conforming to the requirements of MSMEs/ clusters must be designed. Programs could especially be fashioned around utilities and systems that a particular industry is dealing with on a day-to-day basis.

For example, energy audit and conservation in electrical systems like maximum demand control, power factor control servo motors, transformers, pumps, fans, air-conditioning units, chillers, DG sets, lighting systems, air compressors, etc. and thermal systems like boilers, furnaces, driers, thermic fluid systems, heat exchangers, steam systems, etc.

Programme Duration

The course will be for 3 - 4 days, based on the need and requirement.

Wherever possible training may be organized sector-wise / cluster-wise / product-wise.

Training Faculty

The training faculty may preferably be drawn from organizations such as the Petroleum Conservation Research Association (PCRA), India SME Tech Services Ltd. (SIDBI), and the National Productivity Council (NPC), etc., which Government Departments promote.

However, the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) accredited Energy Auditors/ Managers with rich experience in energy audits, energy management & conservation, and BEE empanelled Energy audit firms/Cos., may also be engaged. Experience sharing by other enterprises must also be encouraged.

Fund Allocation

At least one training programme in each district at a cost not exceeding ₹ 75,000/- per training programme

Sources and references

Guidelines

Eligibility Criteria

Parents must be Indian citizens.
At least one parent must be a native of Puducherry, either by birth or by residing there continuously for a minimum of five years.
The annual income of the parents should not be more than ₹75,000.
The father must be at least 21 years old and the mother at least 18 years old at the time of their marriage.
Either parent must have undergone a family planning procedure at a government hospital or a registered private facility.
The family must have only one girl child or two girl children.
The marriage of the parents must be officially registered with the relevant department (Registration Department, Municipality, or Commune Panchayat).

How To Apply

Interested applicants can apply for this scheme through the official e-district portal of Puducherry. The specific steps and requirements are detailed on the portal, and applications are typically submitted online. Ensure you have all the necessary documents ready before starting the application process.

Official Link: Please visit the Puducherry e-district portal for the most up-to-date application procedures and any related announcements.

Documents Required

Residence Certificate issued by the Revenue Department.
Income Certificate issued by the Revenue Department.
Marriage Registration Certificate of the Parents.
Sterilization Certificate for either parent.
Age Proof for Parents (e.g., Birth Certificate or Transfer Certificate).
Birth Certificate of the Girl Child/Children.
Copy of the Family Ration Card.
Copy of the Election ID (Voter ID) of Parents.
Aadhaar Card for Parents and Children.
Photograph of the Family.
Recent Passport Size Photograph of the applicant.

In case you don't have an Aadhaar Number: You can submit your Aadhaar Enrolment ID along with any ONE of the following:

Bank or Post Office Passbook with Photo.
Permanent Account Number (PAN) Card.
Passport.
Ration Card.
Voter Identity Card.
MGNREGA Card.
Kisan Photo Passbook.
Driving License issued by the Licensing Authority.
A Certificate of Identity with a photograph, issued by a Gazetted Officer or Tehsildar on an official letterhead.
Any other document specified by the Department.

FAQ’s

How much money will I receive if I have one girl child?

If you have one girl child and meet all other criteria, you will receive an incentive of ₹30,000, deposited in the girl child's name.

What if I have two daughters? How much will I get?

For families with two girl children, an amount of ₹15,000 will be deposited in the name of each daughter, totaling ₹30,000 for both.

When can the girl child receive the money deposited under this scheme?

The deposited incentive amount matures and is given to the girl child when she attains the age of 18 years.

What is the age requirement for parents when they got married?

The father should have been at least 21 years old and the mother at least 18 years old at the time of their marriage to be eligible.

Does it matter where the family planning surgery was done?

No, the family planning procedure must have been undergone in a Central or State Government Hospital, or a registered private hospital.

How do I prove that I am a resident of Puducherry?

You will need to provide a Residence Certificate issued by the Revenue Department. Either parent must be a native of Puducherry by birth or have resided there for at least five years.

What if I don't have an Aadhaar Card? Are there other options?

Yes, if you don't have an Aadhaar card, you can submit your Aadhaar Enrolment ID along with another accepted ID like a PAN Card, Passport, Voter ID, Ration Card, or a certificate from a Gazetted Officer.

Which department handles the income and residence certificates?

Both the Income Certificate and the Residence Certificate are issued by the Revenue Department.

Is there a way to check the status of my application?

Yes, you can usually track the status of your application by visiting the official e-district portal for Puducherry.

Does the scheme help families with only sons?

This specific scheme is designed to benefit families with one or two girl children and to encourage family planning. It does not offer direct benefits for families with only sons.

What proof do I need for the girl child's birth?

You will need to submit the Certificate of Birth of the Girl Child/Children to verify their existence and age.

Can parents access the deposited money before the girl turns 18?

No, the deposited amount is specifically for the girl child and is locked until she reaches the age of 18. Parents or guardians cannot access or control these funds.