What is Free TV Booking?
Free TV Booking refers to the process through which eligible individuals—usually from low-income or underprivileged backgrounds—can apply to receive a free television set under government or welfare schemes.
Government & State Initiatives
Several Indian states have launched schemes to distribute free TVs to promote digital access:
- Tamil Nadu – Free Colour TV Scheme for BPL families
- Karnataka – TVs under Gruhalakshmi and labor welfare programs
- Uttar Pradesh – Free smart TVs for students (Abhyudaya Yojana)
- Rajasthan – Smart TVs for SC/ST girl students.
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Who is Eligible?
Free TV schemes target the following groups:
- BPL families
- SC/ST communities
- Students (especially girls)
- Rural poor
- Labor card holders
- Widowed or single women
- Residents of remote tribal regions
Required Documents
To apply, you typically need:
- Aadhaar Card
- BPL or Ration Card
- Caste Certificate
- Labor Card (if applicable)
- Income Certificate
- School ID (for students)
How to Apply
- Online through state portals
- Offline at Panchayat Offices or Welfare Departments
- Submit form with documents and receive application/reference number
- Track status online or via helplines
TV Models Provided
Most free TVs are 24–32 inches LED or Smart TVs with:
- HDMI, USB ports
- Android OS (in smart versions)
- Educational content (for student schemes)
Schemes via Labor Cards
States like Karnataka and Maharashtra offer TVs or digital kits (TV + internet) to labor cardholders under welfare boards like KBOCWWB.
TVs for Education
Students from economically weaker sections are given smart TVs to help them attend online classes and prepare for exams through platforms like YouTube and BYJU’s.
Role of Digital India
The Free TV initiative supports:
- Digital learning
- e-Governance awareness
- Women empowerment
- Rural connectivity
Success Stories
- Students using free smart TVs to study online
- Women leading households getting access to news and educational content
- Laborers' children attending online school through free TV kits
Future Outlook
India’s free TV distribution will likely:
- Expand to more states
- Focus on smart TVs with educational content
- Include solar-powered kits for remote villages
- Be integrated into Digital India and Skill India programs
In Short
The Free TV Booking scheme is a powerful tool for digital empowerment, especially for poor, rural, and disadvantaged communities. By spreading awareness, eligible citizens can benefit from these life-enhancing devices and connect with the modern world.
