Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar Launches ‘ADEETIE Scheme’ in Haryana

Current Context: On 15 July 2025, Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar launched the ADEETIE Scheme (Assistance in Deploying Energy Efficient Technologies in Industries and Establishments) in Panipat, Haryana.

• The scheme, with a ₹1,000 crore budget, is an initiative of the Ministry of Power, implemented by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) to support MSMEs in adopting energy-efficient technologies.
• It offers 5% interest subvention for Micro and Small Enterprises and 3% for Medium Enterprises, along with support for energy audits, DPRs, and monitoring.
• The first phase covers 14 energy-intensive sectors and 60 industrial clusters, aiming to reduce energy use by 30–50% and promote a low-carbon economy.

Question:

Q.1 What type of financial assistance does the ADEETIE Scheme (Assistance in Deploying Energy Efficient Technologies in Industries and Establishments) provide to Micro and Small Enterprises?
a) 10% capital subsidy
b) 5% interest subvention
c) Tax exemption for 5 years
d) Free energy audits

Answer: b) The scheme offers a 5% interest subvention for Micro and Small Enterprises and 3% for Medium Enterprises.