Pradhan Mantri Sahaj Bijli Har Ghar Yojana (Saubhagya)
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Government scheme — a structured programme with defined beneficiaries, budget allocation, and delivery mechanisms. The primary instrument for delivering welfare and development outcomes.
Summary
Universal household electrification scheme to provide electricity connections to all willing un-electrified households in rural and urban areas. Achieved near-universal household electrification by March 2019.
Key Facts
Type Scheme
Source Historical Record
Published Monday, 25 September 2017
Affected Population 1.4 billion consumers, 300 million without reliable power
Key Numbers
500 GW non-fossil fuel capacity target by 2030
Saubhagya: 100% household electrification
175 GW renewable energy installed (2025)
PMAY-G: 2.95 crore houses sanctioned
Key Authorities
Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA I BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right