Telangana Govt pays ₹3,593 crore for electricity bills of 52.82 lakh Gruha Jyothi beneficiaries
Jan 02, 2026
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Key Points
- Telangana Government paid ₹3,593.17 crore for Gruha Jyoti Scheme.
- 52,82,498 beneficiaries received benefits under the Gruha Jyoti Scheme.
- The Gruha Jyoti Scheme was launched in March 2024.
- The scheme provides up to 200 units of free power per month.
- Beneficiaries include lower-income groups and ration card holders.
- Southern Power Distribution Company of Telangana Limited serves 25,35,560 beneficiaries.
- Northern Power Distribution Company of Telangana Limited serves 27,46,938 beneficiaries.
- Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka provided the information in the Legislative Council on January 2, 2026.