AI SummaryOdisha government launched Mission Shakti Scooter Yojana to give mobility support to Community Support Staff (CSS) and Executive Committee (EC) members of Self Help Group federations. Under this scheme, eligible women get full interest subvention on bank loans up to ₹1 lakh taken for buying electric scooters. The scheme is being run by the Department of Mission Shakti, Government of Odisha.
The scheme was first announced by former Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik in the Odisha Budget 2023-24 and formally launched in October 2023. In the first phase, around 15,000 women received scooters. The state government has set aside a total of Rs 528.55 crore over five years to run this scheme. This article explains the key details, benefits, eligibility and how to apply for the scooter scheme.
About Mission Shakti Scooter Yojana 2026
Mission Shakti Scooter Yojana is a women-focused scheme of the Odisha government. It helps Community Support Staff and federation leaders of Self-Help Groups buy electric scooters with an interest-free bank loan. The state government pays the full interest on loans up to Rs 1 lakh, so eligible women do not have to pay any interest on the loan amount.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Mission Shakti Scooter Yojana |
| Launched By | Former Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik |
| Beneficiaries | Community Support Staff and EC members of SHG federations |
| Number of Beneficiaries | Around 2 lakh women |
| Benefit | Full interest subvention on bank loans up to Rs 1 lakh for electric scooters |
| Budget | Rs 528.55 crore over 5 years |
| Applicable State | Odisha |
| Official Website | missionshakti.odisha.gov.in |
Mission Shakti Scooter Yojana in Odisha Budget
Mission Shakti Scooter Yojana was first proposed in the Odisha Budget 2023-24. While presenting the budget on 24 February 2023, the then Finance Minister said "Mobility is empowerment. I propose a new scheme Mission Shakti Scooter Yojana - Support for electric scooters for Community Support Staff and EC members. Under this scheme, the full interest subvention is proposed on bank loans taken for purchase of electric scooters."
The Odisha Cabinet approved the scheme in July 2023 with a dedicated budget of Rs 528.55 crore for the next five years. The scheme was formally launched in October 2023, when the first batch of scooters was handed over to women members of Self-Help Groups. Since then, the scheme has been running in phases across the state.
Mission Shakti Scooter Yojana Registration
Eligible women can apply for the scheme through the official website of the Department of Mission Shakti at missionshakti.odisha.gov.in. The application process is simple and can be completed online. Here are the steps to follow.
STEP 1 - Go to the official website of the Department of Mission Shakti at missionshakti.odisha.gov.in and open the homepage.
STEP 2 - Look for the "Registration" or "Apply" tab on the homepage and click on it.
STEP 3 - Fill out the application form with your personal details, including name, address, age, gender and date of birth.
STEP 4 - Upload the required documents, such as proof of identity, address proof and details of your Self-Help Group membership.
STEP 5 - Submit the form and take a printout of the application for future reference.
Mission Shakti Scooter Features
Mission Shakti Scooter Yojana comes with several features that make it easier for women in rural Odisha to buy an electric scooter. The main points of the scheme are listed below.
- Around 2 lakh women will get Mission Shakti scooters under this scheme.
- About 75,000 Community Support Staff members, including Bank Mitras, Prani Mitras, Krushi Mitras and Livelihood Support Persons, will get scooters.
- Around 1,25,000 federation leaders, including Executive Members and Office Bearers, will also receive scooters.
- The scheme offers an interest-free loan of up to Rs 1 lakh for buying an electric scooter.
- The state government has set aside Rs 528.55 crore over five years for this scheme.
Mission Shakti Scooter Beneficiaries
Around 75,000 members of the Community Support Staff, including Bank Mitras, Prani Mitras, Krushi Mitras, Community Resource Persons, Udyog Mitras, Self-Help Group members, Business Correspondence Agents and Livelihood Support Persons, will get scooters through the scheme. Around 1,25,000 federation officials, including Executive Members and Office Bearers from all Panchayat levels, will also benefit.
This benefits the Executive Members and Office Bearers of the GP/Ward Level Federation, Block Level Federation, City Level Federation and District Level Federation. The scheme aims to improve the mobility and reach of Community Support Staff and EC members across the state.
What is Mission Shakti in Odisha
Mission Shakti is a flagship program of the Odisha government that focuses on helping women through Self-Help Groups. The program has transformed the lives of more than 70 lakh women by organizing them into more than 6 lakh Self-Help Groups and supporting them through income generating activities. With continuous financial support, skill training and new livelihood options, the state government aims to help every woman.
The government is also working to convert Self-Help Groups into small and medium enterprises. It plans to provide business worth Rs 10,000 crore to Self-Help Groups in the next five years. The Department of Mission Shakti runs these programs, including the scooter scheme, to support women across Odisha.
Source / Reference Link: New Indian Express report on Mission Shakti Scooter Yojana