Odisha Mission Pankh Scheme

Introduction

• The Odisha BJP state government recently announced a scheme, called 'Mission Pankh'.
• Under this scheme, the government will offer a cost subsidy on the purchase of electric two-wheelers.
• This means, the government will provide a subsidy of a certain amount to eligible beneficiaries.
• As far as Mission Pankh eligibility is concerned, then the scheme is for the women applicants only.
• Moreover, these women must be enrolled or studying in a state government institution.
• The objective behind the announcement of the scheme is to reduce dropout rate in colleges and enable women to travel freely without fear.
• With the help of this scheme, women who face eve teasing while traveling will get a big sigh of relief.
• Additionally, subsidies will be provided for electric scooters only, which will promote a greener and cleaner environment.
• Since the scheme was announced during the state assembly election, the implementation of the scheme is pending.
• Upon its implementation the government or the assigned nodal department of the scheme will release its guidelines.
• Odisha Mission Pankh Scheme guidelines will have key information about its application process, eligibility, and benefits details.
• As of now, the application mode and its process details are not available.
• Once such details are available, applicants can apply for the Mission Pankh scheme in the required format.
• Any latest information regarding the scheme will be shared here.
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• Any queries about the scheme can be asked in the comment section provided at the end of this page.

Benefits of Scheme

• Under the Odisha Mission Pankh Scheme, the state government intends to offers the following benefits :-
  • The government will provide a cost subsidy on purchasing an electric two-wheeler.
  • The benefits of the scheme will be provided to women applicants only.

Eligibility Criteria

• Only such applicants are eligible for the Odisha Mission Pankh Scheme, who meet its eligibility conditions. However, during the scheme announcement, the government did not share any details about its eligibility, so the conditions listed below are tentative and subject to change.
  • First, applicants must be native citizens.
  • Second, the purchased two wheeler must be electric.
  • Third, the benefits can be availed by the women of the state.
  • Fourth, these women must be enrolled in government institutions.

Documents Required

• Below is a list of documents that are likely to be required during the submission of Odisha Mission Pankh Scheme applications :-
  • Aadhaar Card.
  • College ID Card.
  • Passport Size Photograph.
  • Bank Details.
  • Address Proof.
  • Other documents as specified in the scheme guidelines.

How to apply

• To receive benefit of Odisha Mission Pankh Scheme, applicants need to apply for it.
• Odisha Mission Application form will be accepted either online or offline.
• However, the exact application procedure and its mode have not been announced yet.
• Once the authority shares the applicable mode for submitting applications, we will share its process here.
• Before applying for the Odisha Mission Pankh scheme, applicants must keep their details and documents ready.
• Duly filled application, along with documents received, will be screened by the nodal department.
• Thereafter, applications that pass the screening test will be provided promised benefits.

Important Link

• Odisha Mission Pankh Scheme application form will be available soon.
• Odisha Mission Pankh Scheme guidelines will be released by the government soon.

Contact Details

• Odisha Mission Pankh Scheme Helpline Numbers are not released yet.