Karnataka Gruha Jyothi Scheme: A total of Rs 13 thousand crores will be spent on the implementation of the Gruha Jyothi scheme which provides free electricity. Energy Minister KJ George said that there will be a cost. Minister KJ George spoke at a press conference held at BESCOM office on Wednesday.
Bengaluru: Energy Minister KJ George said that the implementation of Griha Jyoti Yojana will cost a total of 13 thousand crores. Speaking at a press conference at BESCOM office, Energy Minister KJ George said that all preparations have been made for the implementation of Griha Jyoti Yojana. 200 units will be given free. He said that household users will be given free electricity after getting the figures of electricity used for an average year.
We will implement the plan from June 15. He said that if the customer uses more than the average bill, he has to pay the bill for the additional usage. There are a total of 2.16 crore consumers in the state, out of which 2.14 crore consumers consume less than 200 units. These consumers consume 53 units of electricity on an average. Two lakh people consume 200 units more.
Under the free plan, the customer has to pay the fixed fee. However, if the consumption is more than the average consumption, such customers have to pay the fixed fee.
How to apply?
Application for Griha Jyoti Yojana has been provided on Sewasindhu portal. Access can be obtained from computer, mobile. Opportunity in Bangalore One, Karnataka One, Gram One centers. We will start from June 15. Action will be taken to avoid server problem.
How can tenants avail the facility?
Tenant must provide Aadhaar and RR or Lease Agreement, Otter ID or Deed. We have to give a document that we are staying in a rented house.
When is the last date for submission of application?
Application submission is open from June 15. July 5 is the last day for submission of application. Will this scheme be applicable to new house builders and new tenants? The minister said that a decision will be taken after discussion in the cabinet meeting.
