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Pirul (Pine-Needle) Energy Policy

पिरूल नीति

Incentive to collect pine needles and make briquettes / power

What you get

✓Per-kg collection incentive for pirul + power-purchase tariff
✓Set up briquette / pellet units from forest pine litter
✓Reduces forest-fire risk while creating hill income

Area advantage: Only applies to pine-forest hill districts (mostly Category A/B).

Who is eligible

•Rural collectives, SHGs and entrepreneurs in pine-belt districts

How to apply

Engage the local UREDA / forest division for collection tie-ups and unit approval.

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Informational summary compiled from official sources - subsidy rates and eligibility are revised periodically. Confirm current details with UREDA (Uttarakhand Renewable Energy Development Agency) before applying. Not affiliated with any government body.