Handbook for Franchise Development in the Rural Electricity Distribution Sector

Indian embarked upon an ambitious electrification goal of 100% household coverage in five years with the introduction of the RGGVY (Rajiv Gandhi Grameen Vidyutikaran Yojana) in April 2005. A key feature of the RGGVY relates to the franchisee model for the last-mile distribution of electricity in rural areas. This book offers an overview of the RGGVY and the different franchisee models as envisaged under the program. It is a must-read for the franchisers and franchisees, as well as the people associated with capacity building of franchisees for rural electricity distribution management.