TFP Bureau, Raipur, November 18, 2025: In a landmark move aimed at easing the financial burden on households and promoting long-term energy self-reliance, Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai on Tuesday announced a new electricity relief scheme during a special session of the Chhattisgarh Legislative Assembly. The announcement is expected to bring significant economic relief to consumers across the state.
Under the new provision, domestic consumers who use up to 200 units of electricity per month will now be charged only half the existing tariff for the entire 200-unit slab. This decision directly benefits more than 36 lakh domestic power consumers, making it one of the state’s largest welfare initiatives in the energy sector.
The Chief Minister further announced that domestic consumers using between 200 and 400 units per month will also be eligible for the half-rate benefit on the first 200 units for the next one year. Approximately 6 lakh households fall into this category. The one-year concession period has been introduced to provide sufficient time for these consumers to install solar rooftop systems under the PM Suryaghar Free Electricity Scheme.
Push for Solar Adoption
Highlighting the importance of renewable energy, Shri Sai noted that solar installations take time—from application to installation—creating a temporary gap in benefits for several consumers. The one-year extension is intended to bridge this transition period.
He reiterated that the state government is offering additional subsidies under the PM Suryaghar scheme to accelerate adoption. These include:
- ₹15,000 subsidy for installation of a 1 kW rooftop solar plant
- ₹30,000 subsidy for installation of 2 kW or higher-capacity solar plants
The Chief Minister emphasized that increased adoption of rooftop solar systems would eventually enable households to transition from half-rate electricity to completely free electricity in the future.
Strengthening Energy Security and Social Welfare
Shri Sai said the government’s top priority is providing affordable, uninterrupted, and high-quality electricity to every household. He described the decision as a “significant step” towards protecting consumer interests, lowering household expenses, and building a more energy-secure Chhattisgarh.
He added that the initiative supports multiple goals:
- Reducing electricity costs for millions of families
- Encouraging a shift toward renewable and self-generated power
- Enhancing long-term energy sustainability and grid resilience
- Supporting the state’s commitment to environmental conservation
The Chief Minister expressed confidence that the relief would significantly reduce the cost of living for middle-class and economically weaker households while simultaneously empowering communities to embrace clean energy options.
The new scheme will be implemented across the state beginning December 1, marking what officials describe as a “major milestone” in Chhattisgarh’s efforts to strengthen consumer welfare and energy independence.
With this decision, Chhattisgarh joins the list of states taking strong, consumer-centric measures in the power sector, reflecting the government’s broader commitment to sustainable development and inclusive growth.
