Which statement reflects the governance participation in SAMPADA projects?

• A. MoFPI and state governments only
• B. SPV/project developers and financial institutions only
• C. Implementing agencies only
• D. MoFPI, state governments, SPV/project developers, financial institutions, and implementing agencies

Answer: (D)

In SAMPADA projects, governance participation must involve all the key players who shape policy, approve and fund projects, run them on the ground, and monitor results. The scheme is steered by MoFPI, which provides policy direction and overall oversight; state governments participate to align with regional plans, grant clearances, and facilitate implementation at the local level; Special Purpose Vehicles or project developers are responsible for designing, executing, and operating the projects; financial institutions supply credit and financial governance to ensure sound investments; and implementing agencies carry out the on-ground execution, disburse funds, and track progress against targets. With all these actors involved, governance covers policy, funding, project management, and implementation oversight, making the option that includes all five the most accurate reflection of governance participation. Filling in only some of these roles would leave gaps in oversight, funding, or execution.