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Politics
Cong Protests Power Hike in Chhattisgarh
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 01 Aug 2026, 08:33 AM
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The Congress party has announced a two-month statewide protest in Chhattisgarh against the power tariff hike and smart meters. The protest aims to voice the concerns of the common people affected by the hike.
The Congress party in Chhattisgarh has decided to take a strong stance against the recent power tariff hike and the introduction of smart meters in the state. The party has announced a two-month long protest across the state, which will involve various forms of demonstrations and rallies. The main objective of this protest is to highlight the plight of the common people who are struggling to cope with the increased power bills. The party claims that the hike in power tariff will disproportionately affect the low-income households and small businesses, leading to further economic hardship.