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Around 1.42 Lakh Karnataka Households Risk Losing Free Power Under Gruha Jyothi Scheme
✍️ Asianet Newsable
🗓 04 Nov 2026, 01:16 AM
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Reports suggest that roughly 1.42 lakh consumers in Karnataka may soon lose the free electricity benefits offered by the Gruha Jyothi Scheme.
The Karnataka government’s Gruha Jyothi Scheme, launched to provide free electricity to eligible households, currently covers about 1.42 lakh consumers across the state.
Recent reports indicate that these beneficiaries could face a discontinuation of the free power supply, raising concerns among the affected families.
State officials have not released a detailed explanation for the possible withdrawal, but the news has prompted inquiries from consumer groups seeking clarification.
If the scheme is scaled back, many households that rely on the subsidy for daily electricity needs may need to adjust to regular tariffs, potentially impacting their monthly expenses.
The situation remains under observation as authorities are expected to address the issue in forthcoming public briefings.
Recent reports indicate that these beneficiaries could face a discontinuation of the free power supply, raising concerns among the affected families.
State officials have not released a detailed explanation for the possible withdrawal, but the news has prompted inquiries from consumer groups seeking clarification.
If the scheme is scaled back, many households that rely on the subsidy for daily electricity needs may need to adjust to regular tariffs, potentially impacting their monthly expenses.
The situation remains under observation as authorities are expected to address the issue in forthcoming public briefings.