CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -The scheme is envisaged to generate direct employment for nearly one lakh persons. Solar Charkha units have been classified as Village Industries . The scheme is being implemented by Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC), Mumbai.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) would implement the programme.

Detailed explanation-3: -Mission Solar Charkha. The scheme envisages setting up of Solar Charkha Clusters which would mean a focal village and other surrounding villages in a radius of 8 to 10 kilometers. Further, such a cluster will have 200 to 2042 beneficiaries (spinners, weavers, stitches and other skilled artisans).

Detailed explanation-4: -Solar Charkha 8 Spindle kit at Rs 49999/kit | Ahmedabad | ID: 24015555473.

Detailed explanation-5: -An individual willing to start a Solar Charkha Cloth Production Unit has to install solar-powered looms. To avail this, the individual has to apply to the respective authority and necessary materials and help will be offered at low rates under the Prime Minister Employment Generation Program (PMEGP).