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A very important and unique initiative is emerging from the political and administrative corridors of Bihar, which is going to give a new dimension to the economic development and scope of social responsibility of the state. The state government has appealed to those citizens who are financially capable and do not actually need government assistance or subsidy to voluntarily give up their electricity subsidy. To fulfill this objective, the government is going to launch a special statewide campaign from 1st December. State Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary has given a very clear and inspiring message regarding this scheme. He says that those who will come forward in this campaign and give up their subsidy, they will be honored as ‘donors’ in the society so that their nation building initiative can get a new identity.
Campaign outline and objective of appeal to competent citizens
Under this special campaign, those consumers whose financial condition is strong and who are fully capable of paying their electricity bills without any government rebate will be contacted through electricity distribution companies and the Energy Department. The government believes that the main beneficiaries of the huge subsidy on electricity are the poor and needy families who struggle to provide basic facilities due to financial constraints. When the able-bodied give up their subsidies, the financial resources saved can be better deployed in health, education, rural development and other welfare schemes of the state. Taking this thinking forward, the government has decided to make this month of December a campaign of awareness and voluntary dedication, so that such a positive message is sent to the society where people themselves can come forward and contribute to the development of the country and the state.
Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary’s statement, will be honored with the title of ‘donor’
Talking about this entire campaign, Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary clarified in front of the media that the government is not putting any kind of pressure on anyone, rather it is completely a voluntary and ethical initiative. He said that charity and philanthropy have been of great importance in our country and culture, and those who give up their share of subsidy and help in the upliftment of the weakest section of the society are no less than a ‘donor’. The government is planning to honor such citizens and appreciate their contribution on public platforms. Political analysts believe that such an initiative will not only reduce the financial pressure on the government exchequer, but will also strengthen a sense of social harmony and cooperation within the society, which can prove to be extremely beneficial for the state’s economy in the long run.
Far-reaching impact on future energy system and public welfare schemes
To maintain the infrastructure of any state, strengthening of the energy sector is the first condition. Bihar has achieved historic milestones in power availability and rural electrification in the last few years, but balancing rising power consumption and generation costs remains a major challenge. If the affluent class voluntarily gives up its subsidy, the saving amount can be used for modernizing the power grid, improving transformers and promoting green energy sources. It remains to be seen how this campaign bears fruit in the coming days and how many people come forward voluntarily, but this initiative of the government makes it clear that it is taking concrete steps towards building a self-reliant and progressive Bihar by taking every section of the society along.