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Apni Party Demonstrates in Anantnag Against Rising Power Tariffs
✍️ Kashmir Life
🗓 27 Aug 2026, 11:48 AM
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Members of the Apni Party staged a protest in Anantnag, demanding a rollback of the recent hike in electricity tariffs that has burdened local consumers.
On Tuesday, members of the Apni Party gathered in the town of Anantnag to protest the recent increase in electricity tariffs imposed by the state electricity board. The rally, which drew a sizable crowd of local residents, highlighted the growing concern over the rising cost of power among households and small businesses. Apni Party leaders urged the government to reconsider the tariff hike and explore options to alleviate the financial strain on consumers. While the protest concluded peacefully, officials have yet to issue a formal response to the demands raised by the party.