The number of states that signed the ‘24x7 Power For All’ Documents as on 27 May 2016.
A. 18 States
B. 28 States
C. 22 States
D. 10 States
Answer:D
The number of states that signed the ‘24x7 Power For All’ Documents as on 27 May 2016.
A. 18 States B. 28 States C. 22 States D. 10 States
Explanation: Lakshadweep became first Union Territory (UT) to sign “24x7 Power for All” document. The Government of India is committed to improve the quality of life of its citizens through higher electricity consumption. Our aim is to provide each household access to electricity, 24x7 Power supply by 2019. The ‘Power for All’ programme is a major step in this direction. Government of India have taken a joint initiative with respective State Governments for preparation of State specific documents for providing 24x7 power supply to all households /homes, industrial & commercial consumers and adequate supply of power to Agricultural consumers as per state policy. As on date, because of the joint efforts of State Governments and Government of India, 22 States have already signed the ‘24x7 Power For All’ Documents. Implementation of the plan envisaged in the document is under progress, which is being jointly monitored by the State and the Central Government. Successful implementation of these plans will ensure eliable and affordable power round the clock to all the consumers.