Sometimes getting a new electric connection can be costly and time consuming. Often, farmers need electricity connection on a temporary basis, for that, many of them don’t to take a new electricity connection, which save some money. During the Rabi season, the demand for electricity can increase in agricultural fields. To solve the issue, there is a way. For only Rs 5, you can get a new electricity connection. With the new initiative, it is needless to say that many people will be benefited in this season. This article will take you to the depth of the new initiative.
New electricity connection in only Rs 5?
There’s good news for farmers in Madhya Pradesh. They no longer have to pay exorbitant amounts for agricultural and domestic electricity connections . A facility to obtain a valid connection for just ₹5 has been introduced, providing significant relief to farmers who have temporary connections during the Rabi season.
The Central Region Electricity Distribution Company Limited has provided this relief at the behest of the state government. The company stated that under the Sahaj Saral Electricity Connection Scheme, farmers and domestic consumers can obtain a valid connection for just 5 rupees.
According to the Betul Circle Manager, 7,388 new agricultural pump connections and 5,703 domestic connections have been issued so far across the three divisions of the district. This means a total of 13,091 new electricity connections have been granted. The company has warned that those using electricity without a valid connection will be prosecuted under Section 135 of the Electricity Act 2003. This includes heavy fines, court cases, and punishment.
How to get the service
The company has appealed to all farmers and consumers to visit their nearest electricity distribution center to avail this facility. By obtaining a valid connection, they can avoid any legal hassles.