What is Bachat Lamp Yojana (BLY) 2024
Bachat Lamp Yojana was a market transformation scheme developed by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) to promote energy-efficient lighting in India. There were no mandatory requirements in India requiring the use of energy efficient CFLs at the household level. BLY scheme aimed to incentivise households to use energy efficient CFL lightbulbs, by providing them at the same cost as incandescent bulbs.
Quality long-life CFLs were distributed to grid-connected residential households in exchange for an incandescent lamp (ICL). The cost differential was made up by a project implementer through carbon credits earned, which are in turn traded in the international market under the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM). The BEE was the overall coordinator for this Bachat Lamp Yojana while the distribution companies assisted in the distribution of the CFL lamps.
In the year 2015, PM Modi launched Ujala scheme (new version of BLY), in which LED bulbs are given to poor people rather than CFLs. The programme is being implemented by Energy Efficiency Services Ltd (EESL), a joint venture of PSUs under the Power Ministry in cooperation with various power distribution companies (discoms) in 28 states and 8 UTs. Moreover, there is now not any provision of exchanging incandescent bulbs to CFLs or CFLs to LEDs. Simply, you will get LED bulbs at lower cost than the market price, details of which is given below.
Price of LED Bulb, Tubelight, Fan under Lamp Yojana
| Electrical Appliances | MRP with Warranty | Net VLE Commission |
|---|---|---|
| LED Bulbs | Rs. 70 with 3 years warranty | Rs. 3.80 (Rs. 4 commission with Rs. 0.2 tax) |
| LED Tubelights | Rs. 220 with 3 years warranty | Rs. 8.55 (Rs. 9 commission with Rs. 0.45 tax) |
| Ceiling Fans | Rs. 1110 with 2.5 years warranty | Rs. 35.15 (Rs. 37 commission with Rs. 1.85 tax) |
PM Modi Launching of Ujala Scheme
On 5 January 2015, Hon'ble Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi launched Ujala Scheme. He described the LED bulb as "Prakash Path" or "way to light". A simple act of change of one light bulb to LED at South Block Prime Minister’s office heralded a movement in the entire country for considering the same change. The initiative is part of the Government of India's efforts to spread the message of energy efficiency in the country.UJALA scheme aims to promote efficient use of energy at the residential level; enhance the awareness of consumers about the efficacy of using energy efficient appliances and aggregating demand to reduce the high initial costs thus facilitating higher uptake of LED lights by residential users. It may be noted that the scheme was initially labelled as Bachat Lamp Yojana - BLY or Domestic Efficient Lighting Program - DELP and has been relaunched as UJALA.
Ujala Scheme (Unnat Jyoti by Affordable LEDs for All) is a flagship scheme of PM Modi govt. to promote energy efficiency. Moreover, distribution of these energy efficient devices is carried out through Common Service Centers. People can purchase these appliances from CSC at a reduced initial cost. VLEs can collect their order from nearest Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL) centers.
Objectives of Revamped BLY Scheme
Central govt. has launched this scheme to fulfill the following objectives:-- To create awareness about energy efficiency across the country.
- Promotion of efficient use of energy at the resident level.
- To aggregate demand for use of energy efficient appliances.
- To reduce the initial cost to facilitate higher uptake of LED lights.
How to Apply for Bachat Lamp Yojana
In order to apply for Bachat Lamp Yojana, you must provide Aadhar card or any other identity proof as well as address proof. You can get Bachat Lamp Yojana application form from your nearest power distribution centre. Also, one can get detailed information regarding Ujala Scheme through nearby common service centres (CSCs).
To find power distribution points in your area, you must visit the official website http://ujala.gov.in/ or you can call on toll free number 18001803580.
Eligibility Criteria for Purchase of LEDs
Every domestic household having a metered connection from their respective Electricity Distribution Company is eligible to get the LED bulbs under the UJALA Scheme.The consumer can purchase the LED on EMI payment (monthly/bimonthly instalments in electricity bill) or on upfront payment by paying the full amount. The consumer needs to carry the following documents to get the UJALA LED bulb:- For EMI - Copy of latest electricity bill and copy of Government authorized ID proof
- For Upfront - Copy of Government authorized ID proof.
Replacement / Warranty of LEDs in Bachat Lamp Scheme
If the LED bulb stops working due to a technical defects, EESL provides free-of-cost replacements for a period of one year. All replacements are done through designated replacement/ distribution kiosks as mentioned on www.ujala.gov.in. During the distribution period these LEDs can be replaced from any of the UJALA kiosks. Post distribution, there are state specific replacement drives that will indicate the retails shops/locations where replacement will be available.Ujala Scheme Complaint Registration Process
There are 4 types of redressal mechanisms available to the consumer:-- Complaints during distribution can be addressed at our distribution agency’s customer care centre number which is publicised in our advertisements and awareness drives. EESL has ensured that a toll-free helpline number, corresponding to the manufacturer, is printed on the UJALA LED bulb box as well as the consent deed (payment receipt).Once the duration of the distribution is over the consumers can contact the respective manufacturer via these helpline numbers and seek replacement of the bulb. The respective manufacturer will guide the consumer to the nearest retail outlet, at which the bulbs with technical flaws can be replaced
- EESL maintains a robust social media response system, where users can Tweet their complaint to EESL’s Twitter handle @EESL_India.
- A detailed email with description and contact details may also be sent to info@eesl.co.in.
- UJALA Dashboard (www.ujala.gov.in) also has a complaint/ grievance resolution tab on the top right. Consumers are free to lodge their concerns on this platform.All complaints are usually addressed within 48 hours of receipt and a satisfactory resolution follows.
Now people will get LED Tubelights and Ceiling Fans along with LED bulbs at a reduced cost for their residential use. This will promote energy efficiency to a great extent.
Check National UJALA Dashboard at ujala.gov.in
According to the data, over 36 crore LEDs have been successfully distributed under the Unnat Jeevan by Affordable LEDs and Appliances for All (UJALA) program. And also the distributors has distributed over 72 lakh LED tube-lights and 23 lakh energy efficient fans under the scheme. The official links of the UJALA LED Bulb / Fan / Tubelight Dashboard are as follows:-
- National Ujala Dashboard for LED Bulbs - http://ujala.gov.in/
- National Pavan Dashboard for LED Fans - http://fan.ujala.gov.in/
- National Tubelight Dashboard for LED Tubelights - http://ledtubes.ujala.gov.in/
You can access National Ujala Dashboard through the link - http://ujala.gov.in/. The central govt. has been implementing UJALA scheme under which govt. agency Energy Efficiency Services Ltd (EESL) provides LED bulbs at affordable prices. This scheme is being implemented across the country. This is the world’s largest non-subsidized scheme that means consumer has to pay for buy LED bulbs.
References
- BEE BLY Scheme - https://beeindia.gov.in/en/bly-0
- BEE Official Website - https://beeindia.gov.in/en
- About Bachat Lamp Yojana Lighting Programme - https://www.iea.org/policies/773-bachat-lamp-yojana-bly-lighting-programme
You can also download Bachat Lamp Yojana Concept Note and save it on your PC/smartphone/laptop.
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