Overview
- Deputy Chief Minister Arun Sao said domestic users will get a 50% discount up to 200 units, with those consuming up to 400 units receiving the same benefit on the first 200 units for one year.
- The state projects about 42 lakh beneficiaries, though one report also cited six lakh, highlighting confusion over the expected reach.
- The government linked the plan to rooftop solar, announcing additional state subsidies of Rs 15,000 for 1 kW systems and Rs 30,000 for 2 kW or more.
- The Congress criticized the decision and vowed to continue protests, demanding a 50% discount up to 400 units without a one-year limit.
- In the same meeting, the cabinet amended procurement rules and cleared draft amendments to the private university and shops and establishments laws.