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Electricity Bills of 518 Gaushalas Waived, Including 22 in Hoshiarpur, Says Keemti Bhagat
✍️ Amar Ujala · Jalandhar
🗓 31 Aug 2026, 10:38 PM
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The Punjab government has announced a waiver of electricity charges for 518 cow shelters across the state, covering 22 shelters in Hoshiarpur district, per Keemti Bhagat.
Punjab authorities have approved a blanket waiver of electricity bills for a total of 518 gaushalas operating in the state. The move, announced by Keemti Bhagat, includes 22 shelters located in Hoshiarpur district. Officials said the decision will alleviate the financial burden on caretakers who manage the animals and maintain the facilities.
The waiver is intended to support the ongoing welfare of cattle, which are considered sacred in the region, and to encourage the continued operation of these shelters without the pressure of rising utility costs. The relief will be reflected in the next billing cycle, with the electricity providers instructed to apply the exemption automatically.
The government framed the measure as part of its broader commitment to animal welfare and rural development. No additional financial assistance was mentioned, and the policy applies solely to the electricity component of the gaushalas' operating expenses.
Stakeholders, including gaushala managers, welcomed the announcement, describing it as a timely intervention that will help sustain daily operations and animal care activities.
The initiative underscores the state's focus on supporting traditional agricultural practices and religious sentiments linked to cow protection, aligning with similar schemes introduced in previous years.
The waiver is intended to support the ongoing welfare of cattle, which are considered sacred in the region, and to encourage the continued operation of these shelters without the pressure of rising utility costs. The relief will be reflected in the next billing cycle, with the electricity providers instructed to apply the exemption automatically.
The government framed the measure as part of its broader commitment to animal welfare and rural development. No additional financial assistance was mentioned, and the policy applies solely to the electricity component of the gaushalas' operating expenses.
Stakeholders, including gaushala managers, welcomed the announcement, describing it as a timely intervention that will help sustain daily operations and animal care activities.
The initiative underscores the state's focus on supporting traditional agricultural practices and religious sentiments linked to cow protection, aligning with similar schemes introduced in previous years.