In a surprising move, the government has announced the closure of two popular schemes that were introduced by the previous government to woo voters. The schemes in question are the Free Smartphone Yojana and the 100 Unit Free Electricity Yojana. These schemes were launched by the previous Congress government in Rajasthan, but now the new BJP government has decided to discontinue them.
Free Smartphone Yojana: A Thing of the Past
The Indira Gandhi Free Smartphone Yojana was launched by the previous government just a few months before the assembly elections. Under this scheme, women heads of families with a Jan Aadhaar card were given free smartphones. However, the scheme was put on hold due to the model code of conduct, and now the new government has decided to scrap it altogether.
What Does This Mean?
This means that no new registrations will be accepted under this scheme, and only those who had already applied will be eligible to receive the free smartphones. This decision is likely to disappoint many people who were hoping to benefit from this scheme.
100 Unit Free Electricity Yojana: Limited Benefits
The 100 Unit Free Electricity Yojana was another popular scheme launched by the previous government. Under this scheme, households with a Jan Aadhaar connection were eligible to receive 100 units of free electricity. However, the new government has now decided to limit the benefits of this scheme.
What’s Changing?
From now on, no new registrations will be accepted under this scheme. Only those who had already applied and were eligible will continue to receive the benefits of this scheme. While the scheme has not been completely scrapped, it’s clear that the new government is not interested in continuing it in its current form.
What Does This Mean for You?
If you were hoping to benefit from either of these schemes, you’re out of luck. However, if you had already applied and were eligible, you will still receive the benefits. It’s also worth noting that the government can always revisit and revamp these schemes in the future, so it’s not all bad news.
Insights and Opinions
It’s not uncommon for new governments to review and discontinue schemes launched by previous governments. While this decision may be disappointing to some, it’s also a reminder that governments must prioritize their resources and focus on schemes that are truly beneficial to the people.
In our opinion, it’s high time that governments focus on launching schemes that are sustainable and beneficial to all, rather than just trying to woo voters with freebies. What do you think? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
