Assam Government News: The announcement of reduction in electricity rates by the Assam government is a relief for the people of the state, especially in the summer season when there is a possibility of huge increase in electricity consumption. This move of the Himanta Biswa Sarma government is important for the consumers, because due to heat, the use of fans, coolers and ACs also increases the electricity bill.
This reduction in electricity rates will give financial relief to the consumers in summer and will help in reducing their financial burden. This step is a positive initiative from the state government, which has been taken keeping in mind the needs of the common people in the summer season.
New rates will be applicable from April 1
The new electricity rates announced by the Assam government have definitely brought a big relief to the citizens of the state. According to these rates, which will come into effect from the first date of next month, electricity rates for all domestic consumers will be reduced by Rs 1 per unit, which will bring a huge reduction in electricity bills in the scorching heat. Apart from this, there has been a reduction of 25 paise per unit for agricultural, industrial and commercial sectors as well.
This move is being seen as a fulfillment of the promise made in the budget of the Assam government. This will not only provide relief to domestic consumers, but will also reduce the cost of electricity in the agricultural and industry sectors, which will help in reducing the production cost of these sectors.
CM Himanta posted the information
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma informed about the reduction in tariff in a post on social media platform X. He wrote, ‘From April 1, there will be a reduction of ₹ 1 / unit in electricity rates for all domestic consumers, giving them much-needed relief before the peak of summer. Agricultural, industrial and commercial charges will be reduced by 25 paise / unit. Another promise of the budget is fulfilled.
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