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Major Government Schemes in News

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Major Schemes in News (Jan-Dec 2025) Major Government Schemes in News Jan 2025 – Dec 2025 | UPSC Prelims & CBSE Current Affairs Key schemes driving India's development priorities in renewables, digital infrastructure, tribal welfare, and rural economy. Essential reading for competitive exams. PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana Ministry Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE) Target 1 crore households (rooftop solar) Subsidy 60% (≤2kW), 40% (2-3kW) Implementation National Portal + DBT Decentralised solar generation Reduces DISCOM AT&C losses 500 GW non-fossil target by 2030 SDG 7: Affordable Clean Energy National Critical Mineral Mission Ministry Ministry of Mines Critical Minerals 30 (Lithium, Cobalt, Nickel, etc.) Key Features GSI exploration + Private mining Overseas acquisition via PSUs EV policy + Battery storage support Reduces import dependency National Mineral Policy 2019 PM Vishwakarma Scheme Ministry Ministry of MSME Target Groups 18 traditional artisan trades Credit Support ₹1L (1st), ₹2L (2nd…