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Energy Department releases additional ₹400 crore for Karnataka's Griha Jyoti free electricity scheme
The Karnataka Energy Department has disbursed an extra ₹400 crore subsidy to ESCOMs to support the Griha Jyoti scheme that provides free power to poor and middle‑income households.
The Karnataka Energy Department has released an additional ₹400 crore subsidy to state electricity supply companies (ESCOMs) to fund the Griha Jyoti scheme, which offers free electricity to low‑income and middle‑class households.
The scheme, launched by the state government, aims to alleviate the financial burden of electricity bills for the poor and middle‑income sections by providing a fixed amount of free units each month.
The fresh allocation will be transferred immediately to ESCOMs for prompt disbursement, ensuring continuity of the subsidy and uninterrupted supply to beneficiaries.
Officials said the additional funds will help meet growing demand and sustain the scheme’s objectives, reinforcing the government's commitment to energy affordability.
The programme has been widely popular among residents, contributing to increased support for the state’s welfare initiatives.
The scheme, launched by the state government, aims to alleviate the financial burden of electricity bills for the poor and middle‑income sections by providing a fixed amount of free units each month.
The fresh allocation will be transferred immediately to ESCOMs for prompt disbursement, ensuring continuity of the subsidy and uninterrupted supply to beneficiaries.
Officials said the additional funds will help meet growing demand and sustain the scheme’s objectives, reinforcing the government's commitment to energy affordability.
The programme has been widely popular among residents, contributing to increased support for the state’s welfare initiatives.