National LED Programme

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It is to ensure promotion of energy efficiency in the country.

It has two components - Domestic Efficient Lighting Programme (DELP) and Street Lighting National Programme (SLNP).

DELP - UJALA Scheme was launched to provide LED bulbs to domestic consumers.

SLNP - It aims to replace conventional street light with smart and energy efficient LED street lights by March, 2019