1.     Creation of Computerization and Information Technology (IT) facilities for the Ministry Headquarters, its Regional Offices and the Solar Energy Centre.

2.    Creation of facilities for internet/intranet access and establishing linkages with the Technology Institutions/Technology Providers in the area of renewable energy nationally and globally through VSAT systems, Modems and other IT tools.

3.  Creation and Updation of Databases/Databanks and establishment of the Technology Information System in the area of renewable energy in the country.

4.    Involving as well as providing guidelines and financial support to nodal agencies, industries, technology institutions, Consultants and Non-Governmental Organisations, involved in the area of renewable energy in the country, for creation of IT facilities, Databanks and maintaining minimum standards.

5.    Creation of facilities and development of Software for establishment of Management Information System (MIS) and computerised on-line electronic monitoring of projects and programmes in the area of renewable energy in the country.

6.    Taking up  activities on Patents and Technology Information, Forecasting and Assessment in the area of renewable energy.

TIFAD: Achievement

    100% Computerization has been achieved. 221  nos. of computer based workstations have been created for providing computerization facility at the Ministry’s Headquarters, its 9 Regional Offices and Solar Energy Centre.

 

    Local Area Network (LAN) has been established in the two building of the Ministry’s Headquarters for providing connectivity to various Computers installed in the Ministry.  In order to provide  connectivity   between the Computers installed in the two buildings and fast data communication,  LANs set up in these  buildings of the Ministry have been  integrated through laying of Fibre Optics Cable.

    E-mail and Internet facility have been extended to all the Officers at the Ministry’s Headquarters. E-mail facility has also been provided to the 9 Regional Offices and the Solar Energy Centre.

    All the Officers and officials of the Ministry’s Headquarters, its Regional Offices and the Solar energy Centre have been provided training in the use of computers through NIC and other professional organizations.

    The MNRE has already prepared its Web-site in English as well as in Hindi through its in-house efforts.  The MNRE Web-site gives a comprehensive picture of the development  and utilization of renewable energy sources in India.

 

    The Ministry has started Information and Facilitation Centre with Computer facility at its Headquarters.  A ‘Touch Screen based Information Kiosk’ has also  been   installed  at the Facilitation Centre for an easy access to various types of information by the visitors coming to this Ministry.

 

    The Ministry has established Videoconferencing facility at its Headquarters during the year 2000-01. Various Division of the Ministry and Nodal Agencies are  being encouraged to use this facility created  for e-meetings and effective monitoring.

 

    ‘System Requirement Study’ for creation of data base and RENET has been completed by CMC, New Delhi.  The second Phase of the project for  establishment of ‘Renewable Energy Network (RENET)’ and creation of a Renewable Energy Database for the MNRE is under implementation.

    Ten projects, on cost sharing basis, have been sanctioned for installation of VSAT/ISDN connectivity at the State Nodal Agency Headquarters in Arunachal Pradesh,  Kerala, Nagaland,  Lakshadweep, Madhya Pradesh, Manipur, Orissa,Tripura, Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal as a part of establishment of RENET in the country.

 

Administrative Approval

Guidelines for SNAs/FORMS

 

No. 1/3/2002-TIFAD

Government of India

Ministry of New and Renewable Energy

 

        Block-14, CGO Complex,

                                                                                    Lodhi Road, New Delhi-110 003

Dated: 10.07.2002

 

  yours faithfully,

 

(Dr. A. R. Shukla)

Copy to:-

 

1.       Principal Director of Audit, Scientific Department, DGACR Building, IP Estate, New Delhi.

2.       Adviser, Planning Commission, New Delhi.

3.       All Group Heads, MNRE

4.       MD, IREDA, New Delhi.

 

Copy for information to:-

1.       PS to MOS, New and Renewable Energy(Independent Charge).

2.       Sr. PPS to Secretary, MNRE

3.       Director (F)/ Director (P&C)/ Director (TIFAD)/Controller of Accounts/Dy. Controller of Accounts.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

No. 1/1/2001-TIFAD

Government of India

Ministry of New and Renewable Energy

Block No. 14, CGO Complex,

Lodhi Road, New Delhi-110 003.

   Dated : 21.06.2001

To

   The Pay  & Accounts Officer, MNRE, New  Delhi.

   All State Nodal Agencies.

   MNRE Regional Offices.

                                   

Subject:        Implementation of “Technology Information Forecasting, Assessment and Databank (TIFAD)” Scheme - Administrative Approval for the year 2001-02 - regarding.

Sir,

         I am directed to convey the sanction of the President of India for the implementation of the scheme entitled “Technology Information Forecasting, Assessment and Databank (TIFAD)” Scheme during the year 2001-02 for a total outlay of the Rs. 92.56 lakh. The scheme provides for taking up various activities in this area in the Ministry of Non-Conventional Energy Sources and providing grant-in-aid to State Nodal Agencies for installation of VSAT, Server, PCs, UPSs and Software for establishment of the Renewable Energy Network (RENET).

 

 

2.         Main objectives of the Technology Information Forecasting, Assessment and Data Bank (TIFAD) Scheme are:

 

(i)             Creation of Computerization and Information Technology (IT) facilities for the Ministry’s  Headquarters,  its Regional Offices and the Solar Energy Centre.

 

(ii)           Creation of facilities for internet/intranet access and establishing linkages with the Technology Institutions/Technology Providers in the area of renewable energy nationally and globally through VSAT systems, Modems and other IT tools.

 

(iii)          Creation and Updation of Databases/Databanks  and establishment of  the Technology Information  System  in the area of renewable energy in the country.

 

(iv)         Involving as well as providing guidelines and financial support to nodal agencies, industries, technology institutions, Consultants and Non-Governmental Organizations, involved in the area of renewable energy in the country, for creation of  IT facilities, Databanks and  maintaining minimum standards.

 

(v)           Creation of facilities and development of Software for establishment of Management Information System (MIS) and computerized on-line electronic monitoring of projects and programmes in the area of renewable energy in the country.

 

 

(vi)          Taking up studies for Technology Information Forecasting, Technology Assessment and Databank.

 

(vii)       Taking up studies for the Assessment of specialized manpower requirement for  development and utilization of  renewable energy in the country.

 

(viii)      Co-ordination with TIFAC in DST for creation of databases, Technology Forecasting, Technology Assessment, Patent matters etc. and with the  Scientific Advisory Committee (SAC).

 

(ix)       Co-ordination with NIC, Department of Personnel, Department of Statistics, and the PMO on Information Technology and creation/transfer of Data.  

 

           ACTIVITIES

 

I.                   MAIN ACTIVITIES

 

3.         Main activities of Technology Information Forecasting, Assessment and Databank (TIFAD) Scheme are given below:-

 

(i)         Grant-in-aid to State Nodal Agencies:

 

Grant-in-aid up to the extent of 50%, subject to a maximum of  Rs. 5.00 lakh per State Nodal Agency, will be given to State Nodal Agencies for creating/upgrading their  computer facilities, installation of  VSAT/ communication link, video-conferencing, information technology  systems etc. An expenditure of Rs. 20 lakh is estimated to be incurred on this activity during 2001-02.

 

(ii)    Technology Information Forecasting, Assessment  and  Manpower Development:

 

Studies will be undertaken for TIFAD related activities in the area of renewable energy.  The studies will focus on renewable energy industry, identification of R&D areas, technology  imports etc.   An expenditure of  Rs.45.00 lakh for Databank, data entry, Home Page creation and support for Information Technology services, Provision for Solar Power-Pack for Computer Systems for demonstration, carrying studies is estimated to be incurred during 2001-02.

 

II.        Support Activities  -

 

(i)    Hardware, Software and other accessories/Services: Suitable Hardware, Software and accessories will be procured and upgraded for creation of computerization and information technology facilities for the Ministry's Headquarters, Solar Energy Centre and its Regional Offices. MNRE Home Page/Web Site will be updated; consumables for computer will be procured & provided; Computers, Printers, UPSs and  other  information Technology Systems installed in the Ministry  will be maintained  through Annual maintenance contracts.  An expenditure of Rs.20.00 lakh is estimated to be incurred on such activities during 2001-02.

 

 

(ii)   Training and Manpower Requirements:  Necessary training in latest software and operation of Information Technology equipment would be provided to Officers and officials of the Ministry.  Professional manpower, such as, Software Developer, System  Analyst and Data Entry Operators will be hired on man-month/job basis from Professional Organizations for purposes of Software development and creation of Databank/Database. An expenditure of Rs.7.56 lakh is expected  to be incurred on these activities during 2001-02.

 

The details of  various activities  proposed to be  undertaken during the year 2001-02 are given at Annexure-I.

 

Implementation Arrangements:

 

4.         The Scheme will be implemented by the TIFAD Division of the Ministry through State Nodal Agencies R&D/ Technology Institutions.

 

5.         The creation of computerization and IT facilities and establishment of RENET will be facilitated by Committees, constituted for purchase/ upgradation of Computers and peripherals and establishment of RENET.  Establishment of RENET through VSAT data Communication System at the end of different Nodal Agencies will be undertaken through NIC and other Professional Agencies.

 

6.         The total expenditure of Rs. 92.56 lakh under the scheme is debitable to Demand No.64, Head of Account 2810-TIFAC/ Data Management System, 06.00.21 Supplies and Materials for the financial year 2001-02(Plan).

 

5.         This issues in exercise of the powers conferred on this Ministry and with the concurrence of IFD, MNRE vide their Sanction No. IFD/SAN/104/153/2000-01 dated 15.06.2001.

 

                                                                                                                                             (Dr. A. R. Shukla)

                          Director

1.  Principal Director of Audit, Scientific Department, DGACR Building, IP Estate, New Delhi.

2.  Adviser, Planning Commission, New Delhi.

3. All State Nodal Agencies.

4. All Group Heads, MNRE.

5. All Regional Offices  of MNRE.

6. MD, IREDA, New Delhi.

 

Copy for information to:-

1. PS to MOS, NES (Independent Charge).

2. Sr. PPS to Secretary, MNRE

3. Director (F)/ Director (P&C)/ Director (TIFAD)/Controller of Accounts/Dy. Controller of Accounts.

 

                               

            The Information Technology(IT) facilities created during 1997-98, 1998-99, 1999-2000 and 2000-01 marked a very good beginning for making a wider attempt at large scale computerization at MNRE Headquarters as well  as  total  integrated  functioning with the MNRE Regional Offices, Solar Energy Centre, IREDA, Nodal agencies, technology institutions and industries. During the year 2001-02, it is proposed to take up  various activities in respect of  provision of Computers & Servers (Hardware & Software), Printers, UPSs/CVTs; establishment  of Local Area Network  (LAN) and RENET (Renewable Energy Network); Creation of Renewable Energy Database, Home-Page/Web-Site; Renewable Energy Portals; providing training to Officers/Officials of the Ministry; Video-Conferencing;  implementation of IT Plan for renewable energy; technology  forecasting, technology assessment; Intellectual Property Rights  & Patents and other allied matters.

 

(a)        HARDWARE   REQUIREMENT

 

During the year 2001-02 it is proposed to further augment and upgrade the Information Technology (IT) facility through the installation of Laptop/ Desktop Computers, RENET & E-mail Servers, Routers, Printers, UPSs/ CVTs, Data/Fax Modem, Phone Fax, CD writer, Multi-media kit, Multi-media presentation system, VSAT System, Fibre Optics/Tele-communication equipment etc. at MNRE Headquarters & its Regional Offices, Solar Energy Centre and at State Nodal Agencies for creation of appropriate INTRANET for Renewable Energy (RENET). New systems are proposed to be purchased, as per requirements, in order to provide Networked Computer facility to all the Officers and divisions of the Ministry, Regional Offices and Solar Energy Centre. Existing systems are proposed to be upgraded/replaced during the year. Hardware & Software are also proposed to be procured for fulfilling the recommendations of the Expert Group & Task Force on Information Technology set up by the PMO.  Simultaneously,  industries would also be encouraged to get linked  with the MNRE-INTRANET (RENET).   An expenditure of Rs. 10.00 lakh is estimated to be incurred for procurement and upgradation of Computer Hardware, Software & Peripherals and Solar Power Packs etc.

 

(b)        OTHER  EQUIPMENT/ACCESSORIES

 

During the year 2001-02, as per requirement,  it is also proposed to purchase Computer operating Tables & Chairs, Cabling, provision of required type of  electrical earthing, air conditioning, mini vacuum cleaner for equipment, air purifier and air curtain, Computer periodicals/magazines, Computer cleaning liquid & cloth; Consumables: toners, ribbons, floppies, CDs,  paper, floppy boxes, slide films, transparencies etc.; and Computer Accessories/Components: Ethernet cards, mouse, RAM, Hard Disk Drive, Floppy Disk Drive etc. An expenditure of Rs. 7.00 lakh is estimated  to be incurred during the year 2001-2002.

 

(c)        SOFTWARE  REQUIREMENT

 

Windows 98/2000 based operating System  Software, LAN/ Internet Operating Software, other Server and Router Software, advanced application Software: MS Office'2000, Oracle 8i, Corel Draw 9.0, Power-Builder 2000, Oracle 8i/Developer 2000, Leap Office, Lotus, Norton Anti-Virus, other Anti-Virus packages, MS Studio (Enterprise version), MS Front-Page, MS Back Office etc. for stand-alone & multi-user/LAN versions are proposed to be purchased and installed during the year 2001-02, as per requirement.

 

(ii)        GRANT-IN-AID TO STATE   NODAL  AGENCIES FOR RENET

 

            Grant-in-aid is proposed to be given to the State Nodal Agencies of MNRE in all the States and Union Territories and other organizations for installation of VSAT systems for making them compatible with the data communication/processing  requirements  of  the Central Unit  at  the MNRE Headquarters and establishment of Renewable Energy Network/ Intranet. This for example, includes to start with the fitting of a compatible Modem/Fax card in the computer centres  of  all  Nodal  Agencies  so  that data as well as other urgent letters  flow  to  the  Central  Unit  and  vice-versa  on telephone lines and installation of VSAT equipment, Servers, Client Computers, UPSs, ISDN & leased telephone lines. Those nodal agencies which can access the NIC Network directly   would  also  be helped  to  upgrade  their facilities  for  this  purpose  for achieving the same objective.  Similar efforts for compatibility will   be  attempted  to  ensure that  the data processing environment of the nodal agencies remain totally in tune with the Central Unit's requirements through installation and use of  similar Software and standardized input/output formats.

 

            During the year 1998-99, 1999-2000 and 2000-01 sanctions were issued for installation of VSAT System and Server towards installation of RENET at the end of State Nodal Agencies in eleven States. MNRE is providing a grant-in-aid of Rs. 5.00 lakh per State or 50% of the cost of installation of VSAT, connectivity, Server, Client PC, UPS and Software, whichever is less. This assistance in the form of grant-in-aid will continue to be provided during the year 2001-02.  An expenditure of Rs. 20.00 lakh is estimated to be incurred for establishment of RENET.

 

(iii)       STUDIES FOR RENEWABLE ENERGY DATABANK, TECHNOLOGY INFORMATION FORECASTING, ASSESSMENT AND  MANPOWER DEVELOPMENT.

 

            During the year in 2001-02, it is proposed to launch Studies/Sub-schemes for Technology Information Forecasting, Technology Assessment; Renewable Energy Database Management System (REDMS) etc. in the area of renewable energy. It is also planned to take up studies regarding growth of Renewable Energy Industry, its trends and forecasting of industrial activities in the coming years for creation of Databank for technology requirements and critical analysis of the industrial activities in the country in this area. This would help the Ministry in framing proper policy,  identifying R&D areas,  Technology import & its adoption/adaptation and also help the renewable energy industry for planning future investments to expand their products, in addition to encouraging new entrepreneur to enter into manufacturing activity and exports to share the growing market.  An expenditure of Rs. 45.00 lakh is estimated to be incurred for taking up various types of studies.

 

(iv)       MANPOWER REQUIREMENT AND TRAINING

 

            The TIFAD Division of Administration & Co-ordination Group in the Ministry, at present, is headed by a Director,  who is partly supported by a Section Officer and one full time Assistant. In view of the activities enlisted in the preceding sections, there is a need for two PSOs/SSOs, one SO and two Data Entry Operators (LDC Grade) along with other supporting staff. It is proposed to hire manpower, namely, Software developers, System Analysts and Data Entry Operators on man-month basis from professional organizations for Software development and creation of Database/Databank during the year 2001-02. In addition, it is also  proposed to better utilize NIC staff,  namely, two Scientist 'C', two  Scientific Officer (SB) and one Scientific     Assistants “B”, posted in this  Ministry by  NIC,  as  per recommendations of  the Expert Group Report on Information Technology and Computerization.

 

            It is  proposed to provide training to the Officers and Officials of the Ministry of Non-Conventional Energy Sources,  its Regional Offices  and Solar Energy Centre in the area of Information Technology  through the NIC and other organisations.  An estimated expenditure of Rs.  7.56 lakh is proposed  to be incurred  for the  purpose  during the year  2001-02.

 

(v)        ANNUAL MAINTENANCE CONTRACTS

 

            Actions have been taken   for procurement of Server, Router and Ethernet cards for providing full Internet connection and creation of LAN. Arrangements have  been made for providing Annual Maintenance Contracts  (AMC) cover for all the  PCs, Printers, UPSs and CVTs already installed in the Ministry. Work in this respect have been awarded to different firms.  During the current year, AMC for balance of the systems which are not in warranty  is proposed to be awarded. An estimated expenditure of Rs.3.00 lakh is estimated to be incurred towards Annual Maintenance Contracts during the year 2001-02.

 

(vi)       IMPLEMENTATION OF IT PLAN   FOR RENEWABLE ENERGY

         

           The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy is in the process of implementation of  Information Technology (IT) Plan for renewable energy for the Ninth Plan for which Rs. 6.00 Crores have been provided for meeting the requirement of the MNRE Headquarters, its Regional Offices and  the Solar Energy Centre.

 

(vii)           VIDEO CONFERENCING

 

Video Conferencing  facility at MNRE Headquarters has been setup  during the year 2001-02 and demonstration have been arranged for Officers of MNRE. A no. of Officers of the Ministry, its Regional Offices and Nodal Agencies have participated in   the demonstrations. During the year 2001-02 a no. of  Video Conferencing meetings are proposed to be organized between MNRE Headquarters and linking it with NIC Headquarters and various Videoconferencing Centres of NIC located in different State Capitals. In addition such meetings are also proposed to be organised with organisations outside the domain of NIC. 

 

(viii)    STANDARDIZATION

 

It is proposed to suggest the State Nodal Agencies, Technology Institutions and others proposed to be linked with the Renewable Energy NET (RENET) to use similar Software and Standardised input/output formats for on-line electronic data transfer and creation of databank in the area of renewable energy in the Country.