The Karnataka government has launched the Karnataka Electricity Scheme 2024, a comprehensive initiative aimed at providing free electricity to residents of the state. This scheme, which came into effect on August 1, 2023, is designed to alleviate the financial burden of electricity expenses on Karnataka’s citizens.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Karnataka Electricity Scheme 2024, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Residents of Karnataka State
- Domestic/residential households
- Each household can avail the benefits for only one electric meter connection, regardless of the number of connections
- Non-residents of Karnataka can also apply while residing in the state
Benefits
The primary benefit of the Karnataka Electricity Scheme 2024 is the provision of free electricity for up to 200 units per month. This means that eligible households will not have to pay any electricity bills for their monthly consumption of 200 units or less.
Application Process
The application process for the Karnataka Electricity Scheme 2024 is straightforward. Eligible residents can apply through the Seva Sindhu portal, the official website of the scheme (sevasindhu.karnataka.gov.in). Alternatively, they can visit Bangalore One, Karnataka One, or Grama One centers to register offline.
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Required Documents
To apply for the Karnataka Electricity Scheme 2024, applicants will need to provide the following documents:
- Aadhaar card
- Electricity bill
- Consumer ID or account ID
- Rental agreement (for tenants and non-residents)
Scheme Highlights
| Scheme Name | Karnataka Electricity Scheme 2024 |
|---|---|
| Started By | Government of Karnataka |
| Beneficiary | Residents of Karnataka |
| Year | 2024 |
| Category | Scheme |
| Launched on | August 1, 2023 |
| Website | sevasindhu.karnataka.gov.in |