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BSES-EESL join hands to offer Delhiites energy-efficient appliances
New Delhi,, Feb 22 (IANS) In a move to promote energy efficiency, Delhi power distribution company (discom) BSES on Friday signed an agreement on a strategic partnership with Energy Efficiency Services Ltd (EESL) to launch a 12-month pilot “Energy Efficient Appliance Program”.
Announcing the agreement between BSES Rajdhani Power Ltd (BRPL) and EESL, a statement said that it would cover over 25 lakh residential and institutional consumers in south and west Delhi under the BRPL’s jurisdiction.
“Through this programme, BRPL consumers would be able to procure several optimally priced energy-efficient appliances, including the super-efficient air conditioners,” it said
“These ACs will be made available under the ‘Super Efficient Air Conditioning Program’, which is an intrinsic part of the overall ‘Energy Efficient Appliance Program’ and are around 40 per cent more efficient than the current 3-star technology.
“This association will enable BRPL consumers to procure five kinds of energy-efficient appliances like super-efficient ACs, induction cook stoves, BEE 5-star rated energy-efficient fans, LED tubelights (20W) at optimal prices,” it added.
BSES said these would go a long way both in conserving energy as well as helping consumers save money.
“Besides promoting energy efficiency, the programme will also help reduce the peak power demand in south and west Delhi.”
According to the statement, EESL will undertake all sourcing, supply, complaint management and redressal, and fulfilment of warranty obligation duties for the products.
“EESL will mobilise the capital of Rs 150 crore for the Super Efficient Air Conditioning module of the program, while redeeming its investment through upfront payments for the super-efficient ACs from consumers,” it said.
“The discovered prices of ACs are expected to be 20-30 per cent less than the retail costs of similar technologies currently available in the market.”
Commenting on the partnership, BRPL Chief Executive Amal Sinha said: “The resulting synergies are expected to benefit consumers in a more meaningful way, as also create a roadmap for other distribution companies across the country to emulate for bringing about substantial benefits to the nation.”
“We are working towards making this programme and its benefits available to all consumers across the nation,” said EESL Managing Director Saurabh Kumar.
A dedicated web portal – www.EESLmart.in – was also launched on the occasion through which consumers can purchase these energy-efficient appliances.
–IANS
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Dr. Abhishek Verma Dedicates a Shelter in Memory of His Mother, Veena Verma, at KGMU; Inaugurated by Daughter Nicolle Verma
World-renowned business tycoon Dr. Abhishek Verma has supported Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission. In memory of his mother, Late Veena Verma, who was a 3 term Rajya Sabha MP.
Dr. Verma dedicated a state-of-the-art free permanent shelter for the attendants of patients at KGMU Medical University, Lucknow, under the aegis of Vijay Shree Foundation. His daughter, Nicolle Verma, inaugurated the shelter.
During the event, Foodman Vishal Singh honored Nicolle Verma by presenting her with a memento. Mrs. Nidhi Sharma and Avantika Yadav, associated with the organization, welcomed her with garlands. Following this, Nicolle Verma distributed essential items to the attendants and also handed out fruits. She became emotional remembering her grandmother on her birth anniversary.
On this occasion, she also inaugurated the “Veena Verma Sevalaya” in memory of her grandmother, Veena Verma, to serve the attendants. She expressed, “I feel proud that my family is engaged in nation-building as well as social service. Today, in collaboration with Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh Ji, I feel immensely proud to dedicate this shelter for the poor, helpless, and needy attendants of patients battling serious illnesses like cancer. I am honored to be associated with the Hunger-Free World Mission for humanity.”
Inspired by the continuous humanitarian service provided by Vijay Shree Foundation over the past 17 years, Nicolle Verma donated 10 lakh rupees to support the cause. The purpose of this donation is to ensure that services continue for the needy attendants of patients suffering from severe illnesses in hospitals, as facilitated by Foodman Vishal Singh.
It is noteworthy that Dr. Abhishek Verma’s family has a legacy of public and philanthropic service. They are helping millions to carry forward the values and service work of their parents. On the occasion of his mother’s birth anniversary, Dr. Abhishek Verma dedicated this state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College to serve the attendants of patients through the Vijay Shree Foundation.
Supporting Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission, Dr. Abhishek Verma assured that he would continually support keeping this flame of humanity alive. He also promised to assist in providing medicines to the helpless patients.
Continuing her grandmother’s legacy of service, Nicolle Verma personally served food to the needy patients and attendants. She said, “It is our good fortune to have received the joy of doing this noble work today through Foodman Vishal Singh. I have taken another step forward in carrying my family’s values and cooperation by joining hands with the Vijay Shree Foundation. My father taught me to serve and help the needy, and I feel happy when I bring a smile to someone’s face.”
On the birth anniversary of the late Veena Verma, the event organizer, Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh, said, “We feel proud and happy that Dr. Abhishek Verma, a globally renowned business tycoon, has extended his support to uplift our country from the hunger index. Today, on his mother’s birth anniversary, he inaugurated a state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College, which will always be helpful for the needy attendants of patients. It is a pleasure for me and the organization to receive the affection of Mr. Verma.”
The event was attended by General Manager Verma Family Office Hemant Garg, Sonu Rajput, and the organization’s volunteers, including Sandeep Singh, Parmeshwar Ji, Prashant Rao Gautam, Balram Singh, Ramesh Chaudhary, Suman, Jeetu, Anil, Suraj, Vinay, Manish Bhadauria, Manas Mehrotra, Vivek, Apurv, Happy, and others.